Antique French Star Pocket Watch, 18KT

About This Watch:

This cherished French pin set pocket watch from the early 1900s showcases an ovalish old cut diamond set in warm, slightly bloomed 18KT gold. Its face is marked with elegant Arabic numerals and bears the distinctive French hallmark of a horse head facing right. 

 

Condition:

Carefully preserved, this watch remains in good antique condition with only a few minor scratches. Remarkably, it still keeps time, with the winding mechanism powering several hours of ticking. Some parts may have been replaced, ensuring its enduring functionality.

Details:

Materials: Tests as 18K.

Dimensions: 37.6 mm x 26.3 mm x 11.0 mm

Weight: 15.1 grams

Era: Circa 1900s to 1910s (approximate)

Old Cut Diamond:

     Diameter: 2.8 mm to 2.5 mm

     Color: J to K

     Clarity: SI (Eye Clean)

     Estimated Total Weight: 0.10 ct

 

Chain/ribbon is not included.
Please note that when evaluated with alternate methods, including XRF, vintage, antique, and pre-owned jewelry may read slightly below the stated purity due to variations in alloy composition, manufacturing tolerances, the presence of other materials, solder, bloomed surfaces, or past repairs. This piece may read anywhere from 14K to 17.9K. Hallmarks are identified through research and comparison to known examples. Stones have been graded, assessed, and measured in their settings; evaluations are limited to what the setting permits. Treatments, if present, may not always be detectable.  All details, including weights and dimensions, are approximate. Item color may vary slightly from photos due to differences in lighting and screen settings. Any stated circa dates are based on stylistic and manufacturing characteristics and should be considered approximate.