Longines Gold and Enamel Pendant Watch and Chain
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
early 20th century
Maker / issuer
LonginesThis early 20th-century Swiss pendant watch is signed by Longines and accompanies an integrated chain measuring 540 mm in length. The open-face 14K gold case and matching chain feature light blue translucent enamel over an engine-turned ground, with white enamel detailing.
The reverse of the case displays an embossed cupid motif. A bow at the top rotates over the pendant neck, and the winding crown is set with a blue cabochon. The gold-finished metal dial bears the Longines signature, a sunburst engine-turned center, black Arabic numerals, and blue steel Breguet-style hands. The inner case back displays the 14K gold hallmark, serial number 120964, and the stamp of Wittnauer & Co. The movement is a manual-wind, keyless Swiss lever caliber with nickel-plated bridges, 15 jewels, three adjustments, and a Breguet overcoil hairspring.
The auction description notes the piece reflects a historical commercial relationship between Longines and Wittnauer.
Evidence at a glance
- Linked sources
- 1
- Photograph views
- 1
- Catalogue references
- 0
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Technical characteristics
- Type
- Pendant watch
- Maker
- Longines
- Movement
- 15 jewels, 3 adjustments
- Decoration
- Blue translucent enamel and cupid relief
- Chain Length
- 540 mm
- Case Markings
- Wittnauer & Co. – Swiss
- Case Material
- 14K Gold
- Serial Number
- 120964
- Place recorded
- Switzerland
- Maker / attribution
- Longines
Design
- Visible features
- • Rotate-able bow attachment at the crown • Sunburst pattern guilloché dial • Blue cabochon set in the winding crown • Matching chain with enamel barrel links
- Signatures and Provenance
- The watch is signed by Longines on both the dial and the movement. The internal surface of the pressure-fit case back bears the serial number 120964. Additionally, the interior case back is stamped with the name of Wittnauer & Co. – Swiss. The catalogue record notes that this marking references a historical commercial relationship between the two companies during this period.
- Case and Dial Construction
- The timepiece is housed in an open-face 14K gold case, accompanied by a 540 mm matching chain. Both elements are decorated with light blue translucent enamel applied over engine-turned surfaces. Decorative white enamel accents are distributed across the exterior. The rear of the case features an embossed cupid motif surrounded by ornamental borders, and the crown is adorned with a blue cabochon. The dial is finished in gold with a central sunburst guilloché pattern. It displays Arabic numerals and blue steel hands executed in the Breguet style. A wide bezel surrounding the dial is finished in blue enamel.
- Movement and Technical Specifications
- The watch utilizes a Swiss keyless lever movement. The mechanism is constructed with nickel-plated bridges and is jewels-bearing, with 15 jewels total. The movement is adjusted for three positions. The balance assembly includes a Breguet overcoil hairspring and a balance wheel equipped with adjustment screws. The regulator is finished in polished steel. The bridges are marked with the Longines W. Co. signature and technical specifications.
Identification
- Serial number
- 120964
- 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
No catalogue numbers recorded. Numbers are only published once transcribed from a verified edition of a standard catalogue — they are never inferred.
Research required
- Research required: Unverified structural integrity of the enamel work
- Research required: Requires professional assessment of balance spring health