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Rare High Grade Swiss TECHNICUM La Chaux-De-Fonds school silver pocket watch 24H

Estimated price for orientation: 1 500 $

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Condition: Pre-owned: An item that has been used or worn previously. See the seller’s listing for full details and description of any imperfections. See all condition definitions- opens in a new window or tab ... Read moreabout the condition  


Up for bid is a one of a kind pocket watch.  This was made by a master watchmaker during training at a prestigious school for watch making Technicum La Chaux De-Fonds.  As I understand it, students must produce a watch before becoming master watchmakers and graduating...like creating a thesis for watchmakers.  I believe this dates to the 1930's.  This is a very special pocket watch and they seldom come up for sale as they are usually passed down through family generations.  It truly is one of a kind.  Has a beautiful 12 and 24 hr dial black and blue numeral.  Case is silver and hallmarked with metal purity as well as Techincum hallmark.  I timed it for about 12 hours and it kept time but I cannot guarantee accuracy as I do not know when it was last serviced.  Overall, a gorgeous piece.  The case measures 51.3mm across.