Omega - Antique Pocket Watch - Solid 0.800 Silver. - 1900-1949

Antique Omega pocket watch in solid silver (.800 fineness) and rose gold ("Galonne" style) – Rare dual-scale (12/24-hour) dial with red accents – Features medals from the 1914 National Exhibition in Bern – Elaborately ornamented "Louis XV" style hands – 51.2 mm – Circa 1914.

An exceptional, highly collectible, and completely authentic antique Swiss pocket watch, manufactured by Omega around 1914. This piece stands out for its rare and highly sought-after military-style dual dial, featuring an inner red scale for 24-hour timekeeping, ornate gilded "Louis XV" style hands, and a "Galonne" style case crafted from solid silver (.800 fineness) with rose gold-plated edges. The inner silver dust cover (cuvette) is exquisitely decorated with distinct relief depictions of medals, including prestigious awards from the 1914 National Exhibition in Bern. Key features and specifications:

Brand: Omega (Biel, Switzerland) Year of production: Circa 1914 (movement serial number: 4889728) Movement: Original, high-quality Omega manual-wind movement (in-house manufacture), signed "OMEGA"; Features a gilt finish, a compensated balance, and a hand-engraved balance bridge. Case material: Double-case construction in solid .800-grade silver (both the outer case back and the inner dust cover/cuvette are made of solid silver), with rose gold-plated bezels ("Galonne" style). Case reference/serial number: Marked with the official Omega logo, .800 silver hallmarks, Swiss and German silver stamps, and a matching case serial number: 5683958. Case diameter: 51.2 mm (excluding the crown and bow). Total weight: 93.90 grams. Outer case back: Features a fine engine-turned (guilloché) pattern and an Art Nouveau-style decorative shield-shaped cartouche, which remains unengraved. Inner dust cover (cuvette): Made of solid .800-grade silver; decorated with relief images of award medals and the official inscription "OMEGA EXPOSITION NATIONALE SUISSE BERN 1914". Dial: Original white porcelain enamel, featuring classic black hour numerals, an inner ring with red numerals for 24-hour timekeeping (military/railway standard: 13–24), and a small seconds sub-dial at the 6 o'clock position with red numerals. marked with "Ω OMEGA" and complemented by exquisite gold-plated "Louis XV" style hands.
Condition Description: Mechanical: In full working order. The movement winds smoothly, runs consistently, and keeps accurate time for a 110-year-old mechanical watch. Appearance: 100% original condition. The double-enamel dial is remarkably well-preserved, featuring bold black and red lettering. The silver case ("Galonne" style) retains its classic proportions, rich rose gold accents, and a light, authentic vintage patina. Please carefully examine all high-resolution photos, as they are an integral part of the condition description.

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