Vulcain Split-Second Chronograph Pocket Watch
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
Circa 1910
This open-face keyless pocket watch is catalogued as a split-second chronograph produced by Vulcain in Switzerland circa 1910. The 50 mm case is constructed from 18K yellow gold, and the movement is reported by the auction house as an 18-ligne caliber with 15 jewels.
The white dial features black Arabic numerals, an outer chronograph fifths-of-a-second track, a 30-minute counter at 12 o'clock, and continuous small seconds at 6 o'clock. A lateral pusher is visible on the case band near the 11 o'clock position alongside the winding crown and suspension bow.
Evidence at a glance
- Linked sources
- 1
- Photograph views
- 1
- Catalogue references
- 0
Counts describe this entry’s documentation, not authenticity, rarity or completeness. Photographs may show one specimen; check each caption and licence.
Technical characteristics
- Type
- Chronograph & split-seconds watch
- Year
- Circa 1910
- Brand
- Vulcain, Switzerland
- Caliber
- 18''', 15 jewels
- Diameter
- 50 mm
- Material
- 18K yellow gold
- Case Number
- 28774
- Place recorded
- Switzerland
- Maker / attribution
- Vulcain
Design
- Dial and Hands
- The watch features a white dial configured with black Arabic hour numerals and an outer graduated chronograph track. Visual inspection shows two subsidiary dials aligned vertically at the 12 and 6 o'clock positions. The hands are catalogued in the auction condition report as original. The dial condition is rated as good in the source listing, though internal or movement details cannot be seen from the dial view alone.
- Visible features
- • White dial with black Arabic hour numerals and an outer graduated chronograph track • Two subsidiary dials aligned vertically at 12 and 6 o'clock • Chronograph pusher mounted on the case band near 11 o'clock • Winding crown and oval bow positioned at 12 o'clock • Hinged gold case visible at the lower rim
- Identity and Case Construction
- The timepiece is catalogued as an 18K yellow gold, keyless split-second chronograph pocket watch attributed to Vulcain, Switzerland, and assigned an approximate date of circa 1910. The case measures 50 mm in diameter and bears case number 28774. Visual inspection reveals a circular gold case with a hinged structure visible at the lower rim, surmounted by a winding crown and an oval bow at 12 o'clock. A lateral pusher is positioned on the case band adjacent to 11 o'clock.
- Movement and Source Limitations
- The internal mechanism is not visible in the provided exterior photograph. According to the auction record, the movement is an 18-ligne caliber with 15 jewels, and the watch is catalogued with signature on the case. The cataloguer notes that both the case and movement are slightly oxidized, recommending an overhaul at the buyer's expense. The auctioneer explicitly disclaims guarantees regarding the functioning, completeness, or precision of the movement, and any internal marks or hallmarks are not recorded in this source.
Identification
- Serial number
- 28774
- 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 is not visible in the provided image
- Research required: Signatures and internal hallmarks are source-reported and cannot be verified from the exterior photo
- Research required: Source notes slight oxidation to case and movement, recommending an overhaul