Courvoisier Frères 38mm 16J key wind ladies' pocket watch #46919, nickel split plate movement with a distinctive plate layout, brushed finish and a detailed emblem engraved near the time-set post for Courvoisier Frères, movement is running strong however there is a notable cosmetic scratch from one of the screw-heads across the plate, porcelain enamel dial with bold roman numerals has a subsidiary seconds register and is marked "Courvoisier Frères Extra Quality Made in Switzerland" along the upper half, dial does have a few very faint hairlines, gold steel fleur de lis style hands.
Case is a heavy silver hunting case (HC) with full engine turning around a large fancy blank monogram shield surrounded by floral designs on one side and a small accent button on the reverse, offset hinges, coin edge frame and a heavy silver-hallmarked pendant and bow, case is hallmarked and marked for 0.900 content on the inside of both exterior covers, the dust cover is white base metal (WBM) and does have matching serial number markings to the outer covers, case is showing normal even wear overall but does have some small depressions along the frame and the bezel over the dial does look to have been a hinged design but is now friction fit, measures approx. 43mm in diameter x 59mm in length x 13mm thick. The Courvoisier Frères watch company was a partner company to
Gallet & Co . A high quality vintage silver watch from the late 1800s in excellent condition!
Year Made: late 1800s
Company: Courvoisier Freres
Movement Size:
37 38mm
Jewels: 12 16J
Setting/Movement Type:
key wind
Serial #: 46919
Movement Finish: nickel
Movement Details: fancy plate layout
Dial Material: porcelain enamel
Hand Style:
fleur de lis
Case Style:
HC
Case Material:
Silver - Sterling/Solid, Base Metal - Silver/White
Case Width/Diameter:
43mm (1.69 inches)
Case Length, bow included: 59mm (2.32 inches)
Case Thickness: 13mm (0.51 inches)
Crystal Material: glass
Misc. Info: Gallet & Co.
Condition:
Excellent
Gender:
Unisex
This watch is in good running condition, unless otherwise noted in the description. This means that on receipt, pending any item-specific running conditions noted in the description, you can expect the watch to be winding and setting properly and to run smoothly while keeping reasonable time. We consider "reasonable time" to meet these basic guidelines:
Railroad Grade Watches will be keeping +/- 5 minutes per day
Pocket and Wrist Watches with 15 or more jewels will be keeping +/- 10 minutes per day
All key wind watches and watches with 14 or fewer jewels will be keeping +/- 15 minutes per day
The above guideline is the lowest standard in which we would ship out a watch, however in most cases, you will see much better timekeeping. Most of our watches have been in storage for many years, so if you plan on carrying/wearing them everyday, you should consider having them cleaned and oiled soon, and then once a year thereafter to keep them in top running condition. If the watches will be for occasional use or display, they should be cleaned and serviced every 3 to 5 years depending on use.
As of October 22nd, 2021, we are not offering a cleaning and service option through PM Time Service. While we do hope to offer this again in the future, we are unfortunately unable to meet customer requests for watch servicing at this time. Please note that, unless otherwise mentioned within the "Full Description" tab, this watch is being sold in good running condition and is ready to wear or carry on arrival.
This watch comes complete with an appropriate, intact glass crystal; however, on request PM Time Service can replace the current crystal on this pocket watch for you. We offer a number of new and vintage crystal choices for pocket watches; you can select your desired choice from the dropdown menu below.
Please note that the average turnaround time for all pocket watch crystal replacements will be two days from the placement of the order.
Contact us with any further questions or for an estimate on any shipping delays.
Crystal Option:
Keep existing crystal
New plastic crystal (+$15.00)
New old stock (NOS) glass crystal (+$45.00)
Please note: if you add this watch with a crystal exchange option to your
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Unlike modern quartz watches, most vintage watches need daily winding in order to keep the watch functioning for timekeeping. Additionally, there are a number of different ways to set the time other than simply pulling the crown away from the watch body. We are happy to provide an overview of each of the different setting types on our
"How To Use" page , where we also provide information on proper winding techniques for each style and some suggestions for the proper long term care and storage of your watch.
Please note: an appropriate winding and setting key (or keys) is included in the listed price for this item. Unless otherwise noted in the Full Description, the key is not original to the watch.
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