Minerva - Spiral Breguet - 133378 - 1850-1900

Minerva Antique Silver Pocket Watch – Ancre 15 Rubis – Circa 1900 – Fully Signed
Offered is an elegant and collectible Minerva pocket watch dating to the late 19th / early 20th century (circa 1900).
Movement
This watch houses a high-quality mechanical movement signed:
“MINERVA – Ancre 15 Rubis – Levées Visibles Double Plateau – Spiral Breguet – Balancier Compensé”
Features:
Swiss lever escapement (Ancre)
15 jewels
Visible jewel settings
Double roller
Breguet overcoil hairspring
Compensated balance
Serial number: 133378
The movement is clean and well preserved, reflecting Minerva’s renowned Swiss craftsmanship.
Dial
White enamel dial in excellent condition
Elegant black Arabic numerals
Ornate Louis XV style hands
Small seconds at 6 o’clock
The dial presents beautifully with classic proportions and refined detailing.
Case
Solid silver case (hallmarked)
Marked: 0.800 silver
Swiss hallmarks visible inside case back
Serial number: 133378
Finely engraved decorative back with central cartouche
The case shows light, honest signs of age consistent with its period, adding to its antique character.
Brand
Minerva, founded in 1858 in Villeret, Switzerland, is highly regarded for precision watchmaking and later became famous for chronograph production. Early Minerva pocket watches are increasingly sought after by collectors.
Condition
Very good overall condition for its age
Movement appears clean
Timekeeping not tested for long-term accuracy
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A fine and elegant Swiss silver pocket watch from a prestigious manufacture — ideal for collectors or as a distinguished addition to any horological collection.