Tissot 24-Hour Open Face Pocket Watch
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
circa 1885
Maker / issuer
TissotThis Tissot gents' pocket watch is an open face model produced in Switzerland circa 1885. The watch is distinguished by its 24-hour dial, which features a scale beginning at the bottom of the dial and continuing for a full 24 hours.
The case is constructed from 0.800 silver, with the rear cover decorated with intricate engraving and a central cartouche designed for a monogram. The movement is a gilt cylinder caliber with 8 jewels, operated via a grooved, onion-shaped crown at the top of the case. Measuring 47 mm in diameter, the watch corresponds to a size 16 in traditional measurements. While the exterior and interior of the silver case exhibit surface wear consistent with age, the structure of the hinges and covers remains intact.
The hands are styled in the Louis XIV pattern and finished in a yellow tone.
Evidence at a glance
- Linked sources
- 1
- Photograph views
- 1
- Catalogue references
- 0
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Technical characteristics
- Date
- circa 1885
- Type
- Open-face watch
- Maker
- Tissot
- Case size
- 47mm (size 16)
- Case material
- 0.800 silver
- Dial features
- 24-hour white glass enamel
- Movement type
- Gilt cylinder, 8 jewels
- Serial number
- 1194
- Place recorded
- Switzerland
- Maker / attribution
- Tissot
Design
- Visible features
- • Engraved rear case cover with central monogram cartouche • Onion-shaped winding crown with top-mounted bow • Silver hallmarks '0.800' stamped on interior case back • Serial number '1194' engraved on interior case surface
- Dial and Timekeeping Display
- The dial is composed of white glass enamel, which displays a non-standard 24-hour scale. This graduation pattern begins at the bottom of the dial and completes a full circle in 24 hours. The watch is fitted with yellow-toned hands executed in the Louis XIV style. The time is set and wound through a grooved, onion-shaped crown located at the top of the case, connected to the pendant and bow assembly.
- Case Construction and Decoration
- The watch features an open face configuration housed in an 0.800 silver case. The reverse side of the case is decorated with detailed engraving work, featuring a centered cartouche intended for a monogram. The hinge construction and edges of the case are formed with precision. Internal components of the case exhibit standard silver assay markings. The surface of both the exterior and interior of the silver casing shows natural signs of wear accumulated over time, though the hinges and case structure are reported to remain sound.
- Movement and Technical Specifications
- Technically, the watch is powered by a gilt cylinder movement containing 8 jewels. This movement is contained within a 47 mm diameter case, which equates to a standard size 16. The auction description notes that the mechanical operating status and prior service history of the movement have not been documented. The identification and serial numbers, such as 1194, are located on the internal side of the case door.
Identification
- Serial number
- 1194
- 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: Mechanical condition and service history are not specified
- Research required: Integrity of the white glass enamel dial is unverified
- Research required: Authenticity of serial numbers requires independent verification