Pierce - pocket watch - 1900-1949

Archive Selection — Japan Rare Archive, Kyoto
From the private collection of Japan Rare Archive, a licensed antique dealer based in Kyoto, Japan. Acquired from a private collection in Kyoto.
Swiss Art Deco Elegance — Still Running
An antique pocket watch by Pierce, made in Switzerland, featuring a striking Art Deco engraved case back with geometric pattern. The silver-tone open-face case houses a clean, legible dial with subsidiary seconds at 6 o'clock and elegant blue steel hands — a hallmark of quality Swiss watchmaking from the period.
Provenance & Authenticity

Brand: Pierce

Origin: Made in Switzerland

Movement: Mechanical, manual wind — currently running

Case: Silver-tone open-face, Art Deco engraved case back with geometric pattern

Dial: Subsidiary seconds dial at 6 o'clock, blue steel hands

Fob: Original braided cord fob included

Acquired from a private collection in Kyoto, Japan
Item Details

Brand: Pierce

Origin: Switzerland

Movement: Mechanical (manual wind) — running

Case: Silver-tone, open-face, Art Deco engraving

Condition: Used — good, running condition
Condition

The movement is running and winds manually. The dial shows age-related patina and light scratches consistent with its age. The case back is intact (not cracked) but the latch mechanism does not close securely — priced accordingly. The case itself shows wear consistent with age. The original braided fob cord is included.
Why This Piece Is Exceptional

Swiss-made pocket watches from established makers like Pierce represent a golden era of mechanical watchmaking. The Art Deco engraved case back adds distinct period character, while the fact that the movement still runs after all these decades speaks to the quality of its original construction.
Shipping

Ships from Kyoto, Japan via EMS (Japan Post) or FedEx.

Japan Rare Archive, Kyoto.