Antique Victorian Swiss Silver Pocket Watch – Key-Wound – Working – Circa 1880–1905

An attractive late Victorian to early Edwardian gentleman's pocket watch, featuring a beautifully engine-turned silver case with an ornate central shield and ribbon cartouche.

Dating from approximately 1880–1905, this traditional mechanical pocket watch features a classic white dial with black Roman numerals, subsidiary seconds and elegant period hands.

The Swiss-style key-wound movement is in working condition, and a winding key is included.

The case bears markings appearing to indicate 0.935 silver (93.5% purity), together with additional period markings. The inner dust cover features an inscription referencing a watchmaker and London.

Features and specifications

• Period: Circa 1880–1905
• Origin: Probably Swiss manufacture
• Movement: Mechanical, key-wound and key-set
• Condition: Working with key supplied
• Case: Ornately engine-turned silver, apparent 0.935 fineness
• Diameter: 46.94 mm, excluding suspension bow
• Weight: Approximately 80 g, excluding key
• Dial: White with black Roman numerals
• Seconds: Subsidiary seconds dial
• Decoration: Central shield and ribbon cartouche

Condition

Good antique condition with surface wear, minor scratches and tarnishing consistent with age. The engine-turned decoration remains attractive and well defined.

The movement is running, although timekeeping accuracy and service history have not been independently verified.

A charming example of traditional 19th-century pocket-watch craftsmanship, suitable for collectors, antique enthusiasts or display.

Inspection and collection by appointment – Perth Metro, Western Australia.

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