Reuge Mouvement Musical Pocket Watch
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
Circa 1980-1990
This object is a manual wind keyless pocket watch featuring a built-in music box mechanism, attributed to Reuge of Switzerland. Produced between circa 1980 and 1990, the watch is housed in a gold-plated case with a thickness of 10 microns and a diameter of 53 mm.
The dial displays Roman numerals and includes an aperture at the center that reveals the working components of the musical movement. The ensemble is provided with an accompanying chain. The auction description notes the movement is in good condition, although it recommends an overhaul for future operation. The timepiece is signed on the dial, case, and movement.
Evidence at a glance
- Linked sources
- 1
- Photograph views
- 1
- Catalogue references
- 0
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Technical characteristics
- Date
- Circa 1980-1990
- Type
- Musical pocket watch
- Maker
- Reuge
- Caliber
- 17 jewels, lever escapement
- Case plating
- 10 microns gold plated
- Place recorded
- Switzerland
- Maker / attribution
- Charles Reuge
Design
- Case and Dial
- The pocket watch is presented in a gold-plated case, which is reported to have a plating thickness of 10 microns. The case measures 53 mm in diameter and is designed as a keyless, manual wind model. An accompanying chain is included with the lot. The dial features a textured finish with applied Roman numeral hour markers. A central aperture is cut into the dial, allowing a direct view of the musical movement's pins and gear train. The hands are of a simple, dark finish, providing contrast against the pale dial surface.
- Visible features
- • Dial features a central circular aperture exposing music box pins • Case includes a 10-micron gold plating • Watch is accompanied by a matching chain
- Signatures and Attribution
- The watch is identified by the brand Reuge and bears the model designation 'mouvement musical'. Authenticating marks and signatures are confirmed on the dial, the case, and the movement itself. It is attributed to the period of circa 1980-1990, placing it in the latter part of the twentieth century.
- Musical Movement and Escapement
- The timepiece is powered by a caliber featuring a 17-jewel lever escapement. The auction documentation attributes this caliber to Pontifa S.A., a company located in Les Ponts-de-Martel. The mechanism is integrated with a music box function that is visible through the dial opening. The auction house reports the movement to be in very good condition according to their grading system.
Identification
- Serial number
- 432
- 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 overhaul recommended by auction house
- Research required: Functioning of movement not guaranteed by auction house