Chromometer - Integrated Compass key puller - 11313 - 1900-1949

English: Rare Antique Pocket Watch with Integrated Compass – "CHRONOMETRE" – Key Wind – Hand-Engraved Bridges – c. 19th Century
​Italian: Raro Orologio da Tasca Antico con Bussola Integrata – "CHRONOMETRE" – Carica a Chiave – Ponti Incisi a Mano – XIX Secolo
​Description
​Overview
​A rare 19th-century key-wound pocket watch featuring a built-in miniature compass integrated directly into both the inner movement plate and the gilded dust cover (cuvette). Decorated with architectural bridge engraving (depicting a tower motif), blued steel screws, and an embossed floral case back, this piece makes a standout addition for pocket watch and navigation instrument collectors.
​Specifications & Features
​Special Feature: Built-in miniature directional compass integrated into the movement plate and cuvette dome.
​Cuvette / Dust Cover: Gilded inner dome inscribed with CHRONOMETRE and decorative scroll engraving surrounding the compass aperture and key-wind holes.
​Movement Type: Key-wound mechanical lever movement.
​Movement Details:
​Architectural hand-engraved bridge work featuring a detailed tower structure.
​Micro-miniature compass set in a brass bezel on the movement plate.
​Blued steel screws and jewel cap settings.
​Case Material: Silver / Silver-plated case.
​Case Stamps & Marks:
​Stamped serial number / case marks inside back cover: 11313.
​Fine engine-turned engraving along the outer case band.
​Dial: Original white enamel dial with slim Roman numeral hour markers, outer minute track, and a sunken subsidiary seconds dial at 6 o'clock.
​Hands: Fine blued steel hands with classic Breguet/moon-style tips.
​Case Back: Engine-turned background featuring a hand-engraved floral motif surrounded by a scrollwork border.
​Condition Report
​Dial: Original enamel dial in good antique condition with light age-appropriate micro-hairlines.
Diameter:44mm
Weight:61g
In working order
​Movement: Movement is clean and complete with intact gilding and decorative engravings; compass needle is intact.
​Case: Solid case displaying light surface patina and wear consistent with age.
​Accessories: Includes a brass winding key as shown.
​Shipping & Packaging
​Shipping: Express delivery with full insurance and online tracking.