German Pocket Watch, 19th Century.

Striking lady pocket watch made of 14-carat gold. This watch comes from Germany and dates from the 19th century. It has hallmarks in the crown and inside the rear lid and the needles boast an antique-cut diamond each. Outside the watch is very beautiful as the gold is engraved with delicate decorative motives. The front side bears a simple and charming rural landscape framed with volutes, while at the back we can see a flat shield, probably intended to engrave the watchs owner initials or maybe a date or a dedication. The movement has been revised and adjusted so the watch works perfectly.The face is in quite good condition and bears fine black Roman numbers. The needles attract strongly our attention because of their coppery color and stylized design. Each one boasts an antique-cut diamond which enhances the aesthetical and material value of the item. We can see a hallmark in the crown, and the lids have also their corresponding ones together with two more engraved marks: one in the shape of a crown and the other is a six-pointed star with a capital D in the center. At the bottom we can see the serial number, 57960, which appears again inside the inner lid together with the inscriptions METAL and JD. Outside, the inner lid bears this inscription: REMONTOIR Cylindre 10 Rubis, referring to the movement.The movement is in perfect condition, almost like new, with all the original wheels and pars. The watch comes in its original case, with faux leather lining outside and rich white satin inside. This case is surely responsible for the good condition in which the watch has survived to our days. Inside the cases lid we can read the following inscription: Uhren and Goldwahren Paul Rufuss - LEIPZIG Reischsstrasse Ecke Schuhmachergaschen Ecke. It is surely the name of the jewelers shop where the watch was originally acquired.This lady pocket watch is undoubtedly a highly beautiful and antique piece, and is also an amazing jewel whose value will surely increase with the trace of time.Measurements: Diameter: 30 mm. Height (with crown and ring): 45 mm.