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Invicta Diamond Crown 14k Gold Minute Pocket Watch, 1880

DocumentedDocumented from a dealer's listing; attribution and date as stated by the dealer.
Maker / attribution
Unrecorded in source
Date
1880
Country of origin
Unrecorded in source
Object type
Pocket watch
Materials / technique
gold, diamond
Stock no.
Product 5549
Credit line
Dealer listing, WatchMuseum.org shop (product 5549)
Catalogue title (original)
Invicta Diamond Crown 14k Gold Minute Pocket Watch (English)

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Record summary

Catalogued by WatchMuseum.org shop (stock number Product 5549), this is a pocket watch, dated 1880. The Atlas places it in the Industrial Revolution period (1850 – 1900) of its Pocket Watches collection. Materials and techniques recorded by the source: gold, diamond. The record is illustrated with 6 photographs.

Assembled from the source record's structured fields. Dates and attributions are given as the source states them; where a field is missing the Atlas leaves it blank rather than estimating.

Catalogue description

Dealer description — WatchMuseum.org shop

The Invicta Diamond Crown 14k Gold Minute Pocket Watch – 1880 is a timeless masterpiece that epitomizes the elegance and craftsmanship of a bygone era. This exquisite pocket watch is a testament to Invicta’s enduring legacy in horology, seamlessly blending luxurious materials with intricate design. Crafted from lustrous 14k gold, the watch exudes a regal charm that is further accentuated by the dazzling diamond-studded crown, capturing the essence of opulence and sophistication. Each detail of this vintage timepiece is meticulously fashioned, from its ornate engravings to its precision-engineered movement, reflecting the meticulous artistry of the late 19th century. The Invicta Diamond Crown Pocket Watch is not merely a device for telling time; it is a collector’s treasure, a symbol of heritage, and a statement of refined taste. Whether worn as a distinguished accessory or displayed as a cherished heirloom, this pocket watch embodies the perfect harmony of functionality and beauty, making it an exceptional addition to any discerning collection. Introducing the Invicta Swiss Full Hunter 55mm Diamond 14ct Yellow Gold Minute Repeater Chronograph Keyless Lever Pocket Watch. This exquisite timepiece boasts a champagne dial with unique skeleton-style numerals and an outer minute track. The dial is complemented by Breguet moon-style blued steel hands, including a blued steel center second hand. At the six o’clock position, you’ll find a subsidiary seconds dial. Encasing the impressive dial is a 14ct rose gold full hunter case featuring a push button repeat function at six o’clock and a chronograph button at two o’clock. The front and back cover of the case display a stunning engine-turned sunburst effect radiating from an oval vacant cartouche. The inner cuvette proudly bears the Invicta signature, showcasing the numerous Medals of Honor earned and a detailed description of the watch, highlighting its minute repeater chronograph functionality. The case is Swiss Hallmarked and Russian Hallmarked, adding to its distinction and authenticity. Underneath the surface lies the meticulously crafted fully jeweled movement, equipped with a keyless lever escapement and a visible chronograph mechanism on the back plate. It features a compensation balance with fast and slow regulation, ensuring precise timekeeping. The movement is in excellent working condition, chiming beautifully. In conclusion, this Invicta pocket watch is not only a statement of luxury but also a remarkable example of a minute repeater timepiece. Creator: INVICTA WATCH Case Material: 14k Gold Stone: Diamond Stone Cut: Old European Cut Weight: 118 g Case Shape: Round Movement: Manual Wind Chronograph: Yes Case Dimensions: Height: 55 mm (2.17 in)Width: 55 mm (2.17 in)Diameter: 55 mm (2.17 in) Place of Origin: Switzerland Period: 1880-1889 Date of Manufacture: 1880 Condition: Excellent

Historical context

Industrial Revolution (1850 – 1900)

American interchangeable-parts manufacture; railroad time standards; Swiss and German factory systems.

Machine production with interchangeable parts, pioneered by Waltham (1850s) and adopted by Elgin, Longines, Omega and others, made reliable lever watches widely affordable. Keyless winding became standard, railroad watch standards were introduced (1890s), and Swiss and American industries competed globally.

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Atlas type guide

Pocket watches

The pocket watch was the dominant personal timekeeper from the late seventeenth century until the First World War. Its development tracks the history of the escapement: verge watches with fusees until the late eighteenth century; Thomas Mudge's lever escapement (c. 1755) and the cylinder escapement popularised by George Graham and later by Swiss makers; and the Swiss and English lever watches of the nineteenth century. Lépine's bar-bridge calibre and keyless winding made watches thinner and easier to use.

Industrialisation transformed the trade: American factories such as Waltham (from 1850) and Elgin produced interchangeable parts by machine, and Swiss makers responded with their own mechanisation after the 1876 Philadelphia Exhibition. By 1900 a reliable watch was affordable to millions; the finest makers continued to produce complications and precision watches.

What to look for

  • The escapement: verge (crown wheel), cylinder, duplex, English or Swiss lever.
  • Key winding (a square arbor in dial or back) or keyless crown winding.
  • Signatures and serial numbers on the movement, dial and inside case back.
  • Hallmarks, case maker's marks and gold or silver standards stamped in the case.
  • Dial material: enamel, silver, gold, later printed metal.

Dating clues

  • Verge watches dominate before c. 1800; cylinder watches c. 1770–1900; lever watches after c. 1820.
  • Keyless winding: increasingly common after c. 1860.
  • Manufacturer serial number lists exist for Waltham, Elgin, Longines, Omega, Patek Philippe and others.

General guidance written by the Atlas editors about this kind of object. It is not a statement about this particular piece; for that, rely on the source record above and on physical examination.

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