18ct Yellow Gold Open Dial Pocket Watch – 1881 – 80.9g

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This rare 18ct yellow gold open dial pocket watch, made in London in 1881, is a remarkable antique timepiece crafted … Read more This rare 18ct yellow gold open dial pocket watch, made in London in 1881, is a remarkable antique timepiece crafted by Leon Allamand for F. Basse Adelaide. The case is stamped “18”, “F”, “LA”, with a crown and leopard’s head hallmark, denoting 18ct gold and London assay.

The watch features a white porcelain dial with black Roman numerals, anodised blue spade hands, and a subsidiary seconds hand at the 6 o’clock position. The movement is marked “F BASSE ADELAIDE” and is stem wound with pin set functionality.

The case back is finely engraved: “PRESENTED TO S. von Bertouch Esq by his Friends Tanunda 27 July 1885” in a combination of block, gothic, and cursive styles. Measuring 51mm x 13.8mm, this substantial piece weighs 80.9 grams and remains in working order with signs of wear consistent with its age.

Metal: 18ct Yellow Gold
Carat: N/A
Colour: N/A
Clarity:  N/A
Cut: N/A 
Weight: 80.9g

Engravings/Markings: Stamped “18”, “F”, “LA”. The case back is finely engraved: “PRESENTED TO S. von Bertouch Esq by his Friends Tanunda 27 July 1885”

Size/Measurement: Case - 51mm x 13.8mm

Current Condition: Excellent - Consistent with age and use. 

Accompanied by: This Yellow Gold Pocket Watch is accompanied by Erebouni Valuation Certificate dated 13/03/2025 and official documents from 1885. See less