Jules Jurgensen Minute Repeating Chronograph
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
circa 1880
This Jules Jurgensen pocket watch, serial number 14338, is a minute-repeating keyless chronograph crafted in 18k pink gold. The watch is housed in a four-body polished "bassine et filets" hunter case, measuring 44 mm in diameter, which features black champlevé Roman numerals around the dial aperture.
The white enamel dial is equipped with Roman numerals, outer red Arabic minute and chronograph tracks, and a subsidiary seconds dial. It is powered by a nickel-plated 16-ligne movement with 29 jewels, an equilibrated straight-line lever escapement, and a cut bimetallic balance with a Breguet overcoil spring. The watch incorporates a sliding repeater mechanism on the case band and a push-piece for the chronograph function.
It features the signature Jules Jurgensen patented hand-setting mechanism operated via the folding bow. The piece is signed on the dial, case, and movement.
Evidence at a glance
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- 1
- Photograph views
- 1
- Catalogue references
- 0
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Technical characteristics
- Type
- Minute-repeating chronograph
- Maker
- Jules Jurgensen
- Diameter
- 44 mm
- Material
- 18k pink gold
- Jewel Count
- 29
- Movement Type
- Nickel-plated 16-ligne
- Serial Number
- 14338
- Place recorded
- Switzerland
- Maker / attribution
- Jules Jurgensen
- Repeating Mechanism
- Gong-based slide
- Hand setting mechanism
- Patented folding bow
Design
- Case and Dial
- The watch features a four-body "bassine et filets" polished 18k pink gold case of the hunter type. A defining feature of the case is the inclusion of black champlevé Roman numerals directly onto the surface surrounding the dial aperture. The piece includes a gold glazed cuvette to protect the movement. The white enamel dial utilizes Roman numerals for the primary time display. It includes an outer red Arabic minute and chronograph scale, alongside a subsidiary seconds indicator. The time is displayed via blued steel Breguet-style hands.
- Visible features
- • Case features black champlevé Roman numerals on the cover • Folding bow used for hand-setting • Sliding lever for minute repeater mechanism on the side • White enamel dial with red outer track
- Movement and Functions
- The movement is a nickel-plated 16-ligne caliber featuring 29 jewels. The timekeeping regulation is managed by an equilibrated straight-line lever escapement, a cut bimetallic balance, and a Breguet balance spring. The watch includes a minute-repeating function activated by a slide on the case band, as well as an integrated chronograph with a dedicated push-piece on the band. A specific technical feature is the patented hand-setting system, which is operated using the folding bow.
- Signatures and Condition
- The watch is signed by Jules Jurgensen on the dial, the case, and the movement, confirming the attribution to the maker. The watch is presented as being in very good condition according to the auction description. The presence of the serial number 14338 and the manufacturer's location in Copenhagen are noted, while the production is identified as Swiss, dating to approximately 1880.
Identification
- Serial number
- 14338
- Source note
- Facts transcribed from the linked source listing or collection record. Attribution and specifications are source-reported and have not been independently authenticated.
Catalogue references
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Research required
- Research required: Condition reported as very good, but no service history stated
- Research required: Verification of components requires internal inspection not possible from photos