F. Bovet & Cie Genève – Rare Antique Solid Silver Pocket Watch – Kramer & Moser Case – Ornate Two-Tone Dial – circa 1882–1890 An exceptional and highly collectible late 19th-century Swiss pocket watch by F. Bovet & Cie Genève, dating approximately from 1882–1890. This remarkable example combines several highly desirable features: an elaborate two-tone decorative dial, a substantial solid silver hunter-style case, a signed Bovet inner cuvette, a traditional Swiss mechanical movement and, importantly, a K&M case-maker's mark attributed to Kramer & Moser of Biel/Bienne. The combination of the Bovet signature, period silver case, identified specialist case maker and matching case numbering makes this a particularly interesting survivor from the golden age of Swiss pocket-watch manufacture. Dial The watch features an exceptionally decorative silver-toned dial with applied gilt floral ornamentation, creating an attractive two-tone effect. Large black Roman numerals provide excellent contrast, while the finely decorated central section and floral border give the watch a distinctive and luxurious appearance. A subsidiary seconds dial is positioned at 6 o'clock. The elegant blued hands provide another characteristic period detail. The dial shows natural signs of age consistent with an antique watch of approximately 140 years, contributing to its authentic historical character. Case Large solid silver hunter-style pocket-watch case, approximately 50 mm in diameter. One of the most important details of this particular example is the K&M maker's mark visible inside the case. The K&M mark is attributed to Kramer & Moser of Biel/Bienne, Switzerland, a specialist Swiss manufacturer of watch cases whose K&M trademark dates from 1882. This provides an important additional chronological reference and supports dating the present watch to approximately: circa 1882–1890. The case displays attractive period engine-turned and engraved decoration. Matching Case Number – Important Originality Detail Particularly noteworthy is the number: 36109 - visible inside the outer case. The signed F. Bovet & Cie Genève inner cuvette also carries: No. 36109 This matching numbering is an important feature of the watch and strongly supports the consistency of the surviving case assembly. For a watch of this age, such matching details considerably enhance its historical and collector interest. Signed Bovet Inner Cuvette The beautifully engraved inner cuvette bears the inscription: F. Bovet & Cie Genève No. 36109 together with elaborate decorative engraving. This signed component represents one of the most attractive historical features of the watch and clearly connects the piece with the celebrated Bovet name. Movement Traditional Swiss mechanical hand-wound movement, characteristic of quality late 19th-century pocket-watch construction. The movement features a large balance wheel and traditional bridge architecture typical of the period. Hours, minutes and subsidiary seconds. Historical & Collector Interest What makes this particular watch especially compelling is not simply its age, but the combination of identifiable historical elements preserved together in one watch: • F. Bovet & Cie Genève signed inner cuvette • K&M / Kramer & Moser case-maker's mark • Matching case number 36109 • Solid silver hunter-style case • Highly elaborate two-tone floral dial • Traditional 19th-century Swiss mechanical movement • Dating consistent with circa 1882–1890 The identification of Kramer & Moser is particularly significant. Rather than an anonymous period case, this example carries the mark of a known specialist Swiss case manufacturer active in Biel/Bienne during the period. Combined with the matching Bovet/case numbering, this makes the present watch an unusually interesting and distinctive historical example, with strong appeal for collectors of early Swiss horology and antique Bovet watches. Specifications Brand: F. Bovet & Cie Genève Type: Antique pocket watch Period: circa 1882–1890 Case maker: K&M – attributed to Kramer & Moser, Biel/Bienne Case material: Solid silver Case diameter: Approx. 50 mm (excluding crown) Crystal: Acrylic Dial: Silver-toned, highly decorated two-tone floral design Movement: Swiss mechanical, manual winding Functions: Hours, minutes, subsidiary seconds Case number: 36109 Signed inner cuvette: F. Bovet & Cie Genève, No. 36109 Water resistance: Not tested for water. Condition Grade: B Accessories: Delivered with generic presentation box. Condition The watch is presented in authentic antique condition, with its considerable age. These traces of time are particularly appropriate for a watch dating from the late 19th century and preserve the historical character of the piece rather than giving it the appearance of an over-restored example. Final Note A rare and characterful F. Bovet & Cie Genève pocket watch, distinguished by its ornate two-tone dial, solid silver case, signed Bovet cuvette and the historically important K&M / Kramer & Moser case-maker's mark. The matching No. 36109 appearing on the case and Bovet-signed cuvette is an especially desirable detail. Considering its estimated production around 1882–1890, this watch represents a fascinating surviving example of 19th-century Swiss watchmaking, worthy of consideration by collectors of antique pocket watches and early Bovet-related horology. Internal Reference Number: ABA 58