Movado Ladies "Secret Time" Constellation Cover Bracelet Watch Platinum, 1930s

Dealer description — Craft & Tailored

Movado stands as a perfect example of what makes vintage watchmaking so captivating, particularly when compared to its modern counterparts. Throughout the early and mid-20th century, the brand established itself among Switzerland’s premier manufacturers, competing with the likes of Rolex and Patek Philippe while earning acclaim for its technical innovation, exceptional craftsmanship, and distinctive design. This era produced some of Movado’s most imaginative creations, many of which remain highly sought-after by collectors today. While Movado’s vintage catalog is perhaps best known for its purpose-built men’s watches, the brand also produced an extraordinary range of elegant and unconventional ladies’ timepieces, often blurring the line between fine jewelry and traditional watchmaking. This remarkable 1930s platinum “Secret Time” bracelet watch is a perfect example, combining Art Deco elegance with an ingenious concealed-dial design. At the center of the watch is a hinged platinum cover adorned with eight brilliant-cut diamonds, each set within an engraved four-pointed star to create a striking constellation motif. A spring-loaded mechanism allows the cover to open and reveal the beautifully preserved rectangular dial before snapping shut, discreetly concealing the time beneath an ornate piece of jewelry. Additional rows of diamonds embellish the upper and lower case attachments, while the sleek, expandable bracelet completes the watch’s unmistakable period aesthetic. Executed in platinum and adorned with diamonds, this would have been an exceptionally luxurious and expensive timepiece when new, intended for a clientele who appreciated both sophisticated jewelry and inventive watchmaking. Its elaborate construction, precious materials, and distinctive design make it a particularly uncommon survivor from the Art Deco era. In fact, this is only the second example of this configuration we have encountered at Craft + Tailored, further underscoring the rarity and special character of this remarkable vintage Movado. SPECS Stock # MOVLSTP Brand Movado Style Covered Bracelet Watch Model N/A Serial 39XXX Size Women's Material Platinum Dial White "Covered" Millimeters 13 X 31 Bracelet Integrated Platinum Stretch Bracelet CASE & BRACELET The diminutive platinum case is really well-preserved for its age, featuring an integrated platinum stretch bracelet and spring-hinged cover protecting the watch crystal and dial. The case exhibits signs of gentle wear and light evidence of prior polishing, which is expected for its age, but maintains factory geometry throughout. The cover is inlaid with diamonds inside star motif settings, with additional diamonds inlaid at the top and bottom of the case, where the bracelet meets the case. The bracelet features a subtle stretch mechanism in each link and remains in excellent condition overall. The bracelet will accommodate wrists up to 7.5 inches. DIAL & HANDS The original, beautiful, and well-preserved light cream colored dial features brush-stroke-style numerals in black. The original black stick hands are in excellent condition and match the dial perfectly. ACCESSORIES