Stunning Longines Pocket Watch in Solid Silver. Circa 1920, Signed and Hallmarked

Stunning Longines Pocket Watch in Solid Silver. Circa 1920, Signed and Hallmarked

This impressive pocket watch, crafted from embossed solid silver, is from the prestigious Longines brand, a Swiss watchmaker specializing in luxury watches, sports models, and chronometers. The watch in question is a true beauty, thanks to its solid silver case, which is entirely engraved with elegant symmetrical motifs. The watch is in excellent condition, and its movement has been carefully cleaned and adjusted, so it currently runs perfectly. Despite the years that have passed since its manufacture, this watch remains an object of great beauty and interest.

The Longines brand was founded in 1832 by Auguste Agassiz, and its logo (a winged hourglass) is the oldest registered in the field of watchmaking. Longines watches were used in the first modern Olympic Games to time the athletes' performances, and they have also been part of expeditions to the Poles and the history of aviation. Today, the brand continues to exist, in this case as part of the all-powerful Swiss Swatch Group. If we look at the white dial with Arabic numerals, we'll see that the name "Longines" is printed on the white background. It also features a seconds hand and copper hands, beautifully crafted in a filigree style.

As mentioned, the silver cover protecting the dial is lavishly engraved with stylized classical motifs inspired by plants, which surround a plain coat of arms. The back cover features similar decoration, though in this case without the coat of arms. Both are engraved on the inside with the Longines name and logo, hallmarks indicating the quality of the silver, and the serial number 1945319. The watch is hallmarked on all its parts, and on the dust cover we can see several medals won by the Longines brand at various exhibitions and events. The movement also bears the company's name and the same serial number found on the cases.

This exquisite Longines watch is a piece steeped in history, whose elegant and striking design makes it worthy of a discerning collector.

Dimensions: Width: 50 mm. Height (with crown and bezel): 61 mm.