Movado Novoplan Ref. 12205
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
circa 1930s
This Movado Novoplan, reference 12205, is a manual-winding wristwatch dating to the 1930s. It is constructed with a rectangular stainless steel case measuring 18mm by 38mm, featuring a curved case back and stepped detailing on the upper and lower lugs.
The grey dial displays black Arabic numerals at the three, five, seven, nine, and twelve o'clock positions, paired with a blued-steel arrow-style handset and a subsidiary seconds dial positioned at the six o'clock mark. The watch is powered by a Movado Calibre C440 manual-winding movement. The dial includes the printed inscription 'FAB SUISSE' and 'SWISS MADE'. The watch is currently fitted with a red leather strap. The vendor describes the dial as having light patina throughout with clear printing, and the case exhibits visible surface wear consistent with age.
Evidence at a glance
- Linked sources
- 1
- Photograph views
- 1
- Catalogue references
- 0
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Technical characteristics
- Type
- Rectangular wristwatch
- Maker
- Movado
- Movement
- Calibre C440
- Reference
- 12205
- Dial detail
- Fab Suisse printing
- Case features
- Stepped lugs
- Place recorded
- Switzerland
- Case dimensions
- 18mm x 38mm
- Maker / attribution
- Movado
Design
- Condition
- The auction description reports that the dial surface is largely clean, showing light patina throughout the grey finish. The black printed elements on the dial are described as clear. The exterior of the stainless steel case displays general wear consistent with its age. The watch is currently paired with a red leather strap.
- Case and Dial
- The watch features a stainless steel rectangular case measuring 18mm by 38mm. The design incorporates a curved back and prominent stepped detailing on both the upper and lower sections of the case body. The lugs integrate into this stepped structure, contributing to the overall geometric profile of the watch case. The grey dial surface is marked with Arabic numerals at the primary hour intervals, with a subsidiary seconds register positioned at the six o'clock location. The dial features black printed text including the brand name and the 'FAB SUISSE' designation above the twelve o'clock marker. The time is indicated by a set of blued-steel arrow-shaped hands.
- Visible features
- • Rectangular stainless steel case with stepped lug design • Grey dial with subsidiary seconds at six o'clock • Blued-steel arrow handset • Red leather strap with fine texture
- Movement and Function
- The timepiece is powered by a Movado Calibre C440 manual-winding movement. This movement is housed within the steel case and governs the central hour and minute functions, as well as the subsidiary seconds display located on the lower half of the dial. The vendor identifies the movement as being manufactured by Movado. The manual-winding mechanism is engaged via the crown on the side of the watch case.
Identification
- Reference
- 12205
- 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: Movement not shown in photographs
- Research required: Exact date of manufacture within the 1930s is not specified