Lot #89: RUNNING Antique Swiss/French Cylinder Pocket Watch - Beautiful Gilt Movement c.1890

Antique Late 19th Century French/Swiss Pocket Watch – Excellent Running ConditionUp for auction is a beautifully preserved, fully functional piece of horological history. Crafted in France or Switzerland between roughly 1880 and 1910, this classic open-face pocket watch is not just a display piece—it is a working survivor. Mechanical Highlight: Fully OperationalUnlike many antique timepieces on the market, this watch is in running condition and ticks strongly. Opening the back reveals a gorgeous, clean, frosted gilt (brass) mechanical cylinder movement. The regulator mechanism is clearly stamped with the classic French watchmaking terms:"AVANCE" (Fast)"RETARD" (Slow) Visual & Aesthetic ConditionDial: Beautifully clean white enamel dial (some cracking please review photos for overall condition) with crisp, bold black Roman numerals and a dedicated subsidiary seconds subdial at the 6 o'clock position.Hands: Fine, dark-toned hands that provide excellent contrast against the porcelain-white face. Case: Features an authentic, unpolished aged patina that shows honest history and character. Quick SpecsMovement Type: Mechanical / Manual Wind (Cylinder Escapement)Era: Late Victorian / Edwardion (c. 1890s)Functionality: Confirmed running and ticking. Pickup category timeslot {A}