Perfecta - 1900-1949

Overview
This is a Perfecta Swiss mechanical pocket watch with strong early 20th-century character. The white enamel dial features elegant stylised Arabic numerals, a subsidiary seconds register at 6 o’clock, and finely shaped decorative hands. The 0.800 silver case has a finely engine-turned back with a central shield-shaped cartouche, while the inner dust cover carries several medal motifs and detailed technical inscriptions. The watch is accompanied by a pocket watch chain and a vintage red presentation box, giving the lot a more complete and attractive display presence.
The principal highlights are the 0.800 silver case, 15-jewel movement, compensated balance, Breguet hairspring, and the accompanying chain and vintage box.
Technical and condition details
Brand: Perfecta
Type: Swiss mechanical pocket watch
Approximate period: Early 20th century
Winding: Manual winding
Function: Running when tested. No long-term test has been performed.
Dial layout: Central hours and minutes with subsidiary seconds at 6 o’clock
Dial: White enamel dial with stylised black Arabic numerals, outer minute track and elegant decorative hands. The PERFECTA name is printed below 12 o’clock.
Case: 0.800 silver case. The back features fine engine-turned decoration with a central shield-shaped cartouche, giving the watch a classic period appearance.
Movement: The movement and inner dust cover are associated with Perfecta. The dust cover is marked ANCRE, 15 RUBIS, BALANCIER COMPENSÉ and SPIRAL BREGUET, indicating a Swiss lever escapement, 15-jewel construction, compensated balance and Breguet hairspring. Several medal motifs are also engraved on the dust cover.
Diameter: Approx. 50.56 mm
Weight: Approx. 79.65 g
Accessories: Supplied with a pocket watch chain and a vintage red presentation box. The chain complements the watch well and adds to its wearing and display appeal. The box has a white padded interior and shows normal signs of age and use.
Condition:
Overall in honest antique condition with visible age-related wear. The silver case shows surface scratches, edge wear, oxidation and natural patina. The white enamel dial has several visible hairlines and light ageing marks, while the numerals, scales and branding remain clearly legible. The movement presents as complete, and both the chain and box show wear consistent with age.
Collector’s highlights
- 0.800 silver case with fine engine-turned decoration and shield-shaped cartouche.
- 15-jewel mechanical movement with compensated balance and Breguet hairspring, a notable period technical specification.
- Inner dust cover with multiple medal motifs and detailed French technical inscriptions.
- Supplied with a pocket watch chain and vintage presentation box, enhancing completeness and display appeal.
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