Aureole - Small Seconds - No reserve price - Men - 1960-1969

Aureole Vintage Small Seconds – Swiss Mechanical Watch – 17 Jewels – Chrome-Plated Case – Silver Dial – Arabic Numerals – Date Display

A charming vintage Aureole wristwatch, featuring an elegant silver dial, distinctive raised Arabic numerals and a classic small seconds subdial positioned at 6 o’clock. With its refined proportions and traditional Swiss mechanical construction, this timepiece captures the timeless elegance of mid-century watchmaking.

The watch features a polished chrome-plated round case, beautifully sculpted silver-tone Arabic numerals and contrasting dark hands. The date window at 3 o’clock adds a practical complication, while the subsidiary seconds display creates a balanced and sophisticated vintage aesthetic.
Powered by a Swiss mechanical movement with 17 jewels and Incabloc shock protection, this Aureole combines traditional craftsmanship with the understated elegance of classic 1950s wristwatches.

Technical Details
Brand: Aureole
Model: Vintage Small Seconds Date
Country of manufacture: Switzerland
Case reference: 54684
Caseback markings: A. Reymond Ltd – Tramelan Swiss
Movement: Swiss mechanical, manual winding
Jewels: 17
Shock protection: Incabloc
Case material: Chrome plated
Caseback: Stainless steel
Case diameter: 35 mm
Glass: Acrylic crystal
Dial: Silver-tone dial
Hour markers: Applied silver-tone Arabic numerals
Hands: Dark metallic hands
Functions: Hours, minutes, small seconds at 6 o’clock, date at 3 o’clock
Strap: Blue leather strap, 21–22 cm
Water resistance: Not tested for water
Condition Grade: B
Box: Delivered with generic presentation box

Condition Report
This Aureole vintage watch is in good condition for its age, with signs of natural wear and ageing. The chrome-plated case shows fine scratches and small surface marks, while the silver dial displays minor age-related imperfections. The acrylic crystal shows signs of use, and the blue leather strap presents light wear.

Overall, the watch retains its authentic vintage character, with attractive dial details and a well-preserved classic appearance.
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Story & Heritage
Aureole is a historic Swiss watchmaking name associated with A. Reymond Ltd, a company established in 1898 in Tramelan, Switzerland. The manufacturer became known for producing reliable mechanical movements and wristwatches, contributing to the development of traditional Swiss watchmaking during the first half of the 20th century.

The Aureole name reflects an era when Swiss manufacturers combined technical precision with elegant and practical designs. Watches from this period were valued for their dependable mechanical construction, refined dials and carefully proportioned cases.
This vintage Aureole Small Seconds Date captures the classic aesthetics of the 1950s, featuring distinctive raised Arabic numerals, a subsidiary seconds display and a practical date complication. Its silver dial and polished case embody the restrained sophistication of mid-century Swiss dress watches.

The 17-jewel mechanical movement, equipped with Incabloc shock protection, highlights the technical developments that improved the reliability and durability of everyday mechanical timepieces. A refined vintage watch for collectors of Aureole, A. Reymond and traditional Swiss mechanical watches, offering a combination of historical character, elegant design and classic watchmaking craftsmanship.
Internal Reference Number: ITM 1035