We don’t often talk about pocket watches on Longitude because
wristwatches are “of our time”. However, we do plan to bring to your
attention pieces that are noteworthy, especially because they offer good
value in the present market. For example, a watch with with elaborate
decorative elements or those with complications such as a minute
repeater, tourbillon and perpetual calendar will cost a fraction of the
same combination in a watch.
On November 12, 2012 at Christie’s Important Watches auction is a wondrous collection of pocket watches made in Switzerland for the Chinese market. A couple spent several decades putting together this collection of enamel pocket watches from the 19th century made for the Chinese market. Specially curated for their unique beauty, they not only display intricate scenes and designs but also important movements.
On November 12, 2012 at Christie’s Important Watches auction is a wondrous collection of pocket watches made in Switzerland for the Chinese market. A couple spent several decades putting together this collection of enamel pocket watches from the 19th century made for the Chinese market. Specially curated for their unique beauty, they not only display intricate scenes and designs but also important movements.
