Gevalia - Open-face" pocket watch, Silver. 0.800 - 1900-1949

Reloj de Bolsillo Gevalia 800 Plata (aprox. 1910) y Sautoir Largo Antiguo con Recubrimiento de Oro (Forma Walzgold)
Exclusive antique collector's lot from the Art Nouveau era (ca. 1910). This lot combines a beautiful Swiss silver pocket watch from "Gevalia" with a rare, highly collectible long German "Sautoir" chain. A perfect marriage of watchmaking history and period jewelry.

Brand / Dial: Signed "Gevalia" on the dial with additional "IMPORT" marking. Features a stunning, finely textured guilloche dial with elegant gold Arabic numerals, outer 13-24 hour markers in red and exquisite, openwork Louis XIV style hands. Sub-seconds sub-dial at 6 o'clock.

Case material: Solid 800 silver. The outer edges are in the classic French “Galonné” technique (a coating of rose gold on silver), which gives it a beautiful two-tone look.

Distinguishing features: Fully marked on the inside of the case back with the Imperial German silver mark (Crown and Crescent), the official Swiss silver mark 800 (Capercaillie/Auerhan) and the case serial number 241109. The inner dust cover (cuvette) is marked “Metal” according to the historical standard.

Movement: High-quality Swiss mechanical movement with a bridge-type layout and a matte gold-plated finish. It features a manual winding and pin mechanism, as well as a regulator scale with Advanced/Retard (A/R) and Fast/Slow (F/S) indicators.

Diameter: 50.7 mm (excluding crown/bow).

Weight (watch only): 76.3 grams.

Condition: The silver case is in excellent condition with minimal wear to the Galonné. The crystal is clear and the dial has a beautiful authentic patina. The mechanism is clean and works (service history unknown).

Antique Chain ("UNION") A very rare and highly sought after long "Sautoir" / Guard chain. Used in the past to carry a watch or lorgnette, these chains are very fashionable today in antique jewelry fashion, worn as layered necklaces.

Material: High quality rolled gold / gold-plated (Walzgold / Double). It has a rich, deep rose gold hue that perfectly complements the accents of the watch.

Maker's Mark / Hallmarks: The end link is clearly marked with the famous trademark "UNION" and the maker's initials "G.H." (originating from the prestigious jewelry center of Pforzheim, Germany).

Design: Fitted with two antique rotating clasps (dog clip) with classic Edwardian ribbed details. Classic clasp style.

Weight (chain only): 6.8 grams.

Condition: Excellent antique condition, no wear to the base metal. Both clasps are solid and fully functional.

Why this lot is a great investment:

This is a wonderful historical ensemble. While the watch is a solid gentleman's piece, the chain is an elegant German Art Nouveau piece. Finding such well-preserved items with clear maker's stamps ("UNION G.H.") and impeccable double silver hallmarks is a real rarity. Ideal for collectors or as a luxury vintage gift.