L.U.C - 91051 - 1900-1949

Overview

This is a Swiss mechanical pocket watch with strong turn-of-the-century character. The dial is signed Ossian Forslund, Boden, Import, while the movement and inner cover carry prominent L.U.C markings. The warm champagne-tone dial features black Arabic numerals and a subsidiary seconds dial at 6 o’clock, creating an attractive and distinctly antique appearance. Inside is a 15-jewel manual-wind movement with traditional Swiss construction. The 0.800 silver case and accompanying pocket watch chain further enhance its period charm and collectible appeal.
The most notable highlights are the L.U.C signed 15-jewel movement, 0.800 silver case and distinctive importer-signed dial.

Technical and condition details

Brand or signature: Dial signed Ossian Forslund, Boden, Import. Movement and inner cover marked L.U.C

Type: Mechanical pocket watch

Period: Approximately around 1900

Winding: Manual

Function: Running when tested. No long-term test has been performed and the seller does not guarantee timekeeping accuracy

Dial layout: Central hour and minute hands with subsidiary seconds at 6 o’clock

Dial: Champagne-tone dial with black Arabic numerals and traditional hands. The dial is signed Ossian Forslund, Boden, Import, giving the watch a distinctive Scandinavian-market character

Case: 0.800 silver open-face case with silver hallmarks and case number 91051

Movement: L.U.C signed manual-wind movement with 15 jewels. The inner cover carries French technical inscriptions including Ancre, Ligne Droite, Levees Visibles, Balancier Coupé and 15 Rubis. Traditional Swiss construction with mechanical regulator

Diameter: Approx. 51.96 mm

Weight: Approx. 66.81 g

Accessories: Supplied with a pocket watch chain and decorative fob, adding to the completeness and display appeal of the set

Condition:
Overall in honest antique condition with age-related scratches, oxidation, surface wear and natural patina. The dial shows natural aging, tonal changes and minor marks consistent with age. The case and movement also show visible signs of long-term use. Importantly, the rear cover connection is broken and the back cover is currently detached from the case. This condition is clearly visible in the photographs.

Collector’s highlights

L.U.C signed 15-jewel Swiss mechanical movement with strong collector interest

Champagne-tone Arabic numeral dial signed by Swedish importer Ossian Forslund

0.800 silver case with traditional Swiss pocket watch construction

Supplied with pocket watch chain and decorative fob, enhancing completeness and display value

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