Omega - 5686148 - 1900-1949

Overview
This is an early Omega silver-cased mechanical pocket watch, dating approximately to the early 20th century. It features a classic white dial with highly decorative black Arabic numerals, a subsidiary seconds dial at 6 o’clock and elegant period-style hands. The overall design is strongly representative of early Swiss pocket-watch production.
The case is clearly marked 0.935 silver and features fine engine turning on the back together with a floral-framed shield cartouche. The movement is signed Omega and carries an individual serial number, giving the watch strong historical and mechanical appeal.
The main highlights are the Omega brand, the 0.935 silver case, the distinctive decorative Arabic numeral dial and the well-preserved signed movement.
Technical and condition details
Brand: Omega
Type: Open-face mechanical pocket watch
Period: Approximately 1910s, based on the movement serial number and overall design
Winding: Manual
Function: Running when tested. No long-term accuracy test has been performed
Dial layout: Central hours and minutes with subsidiary seconds at 6 o’clock
Dial: White dial with decorative black Arabic numerals, outer minute track and a 60-second subsidiary dial at 6 o’clock. Omega branding appears at the centre of the dial. The typography and layout are characteristic of early 20th-century pocket watches
Case: 0.935 silver case with visible Omega and silver hallmarks. The rear cover features fine engine turning with a floral shield-shaped cartouche and traces of earlier engraved initials
Movement: Signed Omega mechanical movement, movement serial number approximately 4,924,292. Traditional Swiss lever construction with visible regulator and well-defined bridge and wheel architecture
Case number: Approx. 5,886,148
Diameter: Approx. 52.88 mm
Weight: Approx. 115.48 g
Condition:
Overall in honest antique condition with age-related surface marks, light oxidation, edge wear and natural patina to the silver case. The engine-turned decoration and floral shield motif remain clearly visible.
The white dial is generally well preserved, with minor ageing marks, small spots and light traces consistent with age. Numerals and minute markings remain clear and attractive. The movement shows normal signs of use while retaining a complete and appealing mechanical appearance.
The watch is currently running, but no long-term accuracy test has been carried out.
Collector’s highlights
Early Omega silver pocket watch with strong historical and brand appeal.
0.935 silver case with clear silver and Omega markings.
Distinctive decorative Arabic numeral dial with subsidiary seconds.
Signed Omega movement with individual serial number and attractive traditional construction.
Final note
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