L&R - 1850-1900





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This L&R Swiss pocket watch from 1850–1900 has a manual-winding movement, a silver case and a diameter of 50 mm.
Description from the seller
Antique Swiss Galonné Pocket Watch - 0.800 Solid Silver - Hallmarked L&R Movement (c. 1900)
A beautiful, highly detailed, and exceptionally well-preserved antique open-face mechanical pocket watch, Swiss made for the European market.
Technical Specifications & Hallmarks:
• Movement: High-quality Swiss mechanical manual winding movement, featuring a cylinder escapement with 10 jewels ("Cylindre 10 Rubis"). Stamped with the official maker's mark "L&R" (Louis Ferdinand Regard / Tramelan) inside an ornate shield on the movement plate. Features the traditional "Avance / Retard" speed regulator. Clean, ticking smoothly, and in full working order.
• Case Material: Solid 0.800 silver casing, verified by multiple official period hallmarks including the German imperial crown and crescent moon stamp, alongside the Swiss "Grouse" silver control mark. The outer rims feature the traditional "Galonné" style accent (rose gold plating over silver edges) showing beautiful, authentic historic wear.
• Inner Dust Cover (Cuvette): Stamped "METAL" with matching serial number, indicating a base metal/brass protective cover.
• Dial: Pristine white enamel dial, free of cracks or hairlines. Features large black Roman numerals, an outer red 24-hour track (13-24), a dedicated sub-second dial at 6 o'clock, and elegant ornate gold-toned Louis XVI style hands.
• Case Serial Number: 111137 (perfectly matching on the case back and inner components).
• Caseback: Beautifully engraved Engine-Turned pattern featuring an elegant personalized monogram cartouche shield surrounded by foliage.
• Dimensions: Substantial case diameter of approx. 50 mm (excluding the top crown).
• Chain: Includes a matching silver-toned base metal chain (magnetic) measuring approximately 50 cm in length.
• Total Weight: Approx. 80 grams.
Condition Report:
• Mechanical: In full working order. Winds, sets, and runs smoothly.
• Cosmetic: Excellent antique condition. The enamel dial is intact. The casing closes very tightly and securely, showing minor surface scratches and honest wear to the gold galonné trim, perfectly consistent with its age and history.
Shipped insured from Denmark.
Antique Swiss Galonné Pocket Watch - 0.800 Solid Silver - Hallmarked L&R Movement (c. 1900)
A beautiful, highly detailed, and exceptionally well-preserved antique open-face mechanical pocket watch, Swiss made for the European market.
Technical Specifications & Hallmarks:
• Movement: High-quality Swiss mechanical manual winding movement, featuring a cylinder escapement with 10 jewels ("Cylindre 10 Rubis"). Stamped with the official maker's mark "L&R" (Louis Ferdinand Regard / Tramelan) inside an ornate shield on the movement plate. Features the traditional "Avance / Retard" speed regulator. Clean, ticking smoothly, and in full working order.
• Case Material: Solid 0.800 silver casing, verified by multiple official period hallmarks including the German imperial crown and crescent moon stamp, alongside the Swiss "Grouse" silver control mark. The outer rims feature the traditional "Galonné" style accent (rose gold plating over silver edges) showing beautiful, authentic historic wear.
• Inner Dust Cover (Cuvette): Stamped "METAL" with matching serial number, indicating a base metal/brass protective cover.
• Dial: Pristine white enamel dial, free of cracks or hairlines. Features large black Roman numerals, an outer red 24-hour track (13-24), a dedicated sub-second dial at 6 o'clock, and elegant ornate gold-toned Louis XVI style hands.
• Case Serial Number: 111137 (perfectly matching on the case back and inner components).
• Caseback: Beautifully engraved Engine-Turned pattern featuring an elegant personalized monogram cartouche shield surrounded by foliage.
• Dimensions: Substantial case diameter of approx. 50 mm (excluding the top crown).
• Chain: Includes a matching silver-toned base metal chain (magnetic) measuring approximately 50 cm in length.
• Total Weight: Approx. 80 grams.
Condition Report:
• Mechanical: In full working order. Winds, sets, and runs smoothly.
• Cosmetic: Excellent antique condition. The enamel dial is intact. The casing closes very tightly and securely, showing minor surface scratches and honest wear to the gold galonné trim, perfectly consistent with its age and history.
Shipped insured from Denmark.

