"IT ALL STARTED WITH A SMALL WATCHMAKER'S SHOP IN LUCERNE..."
"Known for its exquisite high-end jewellery, gemstone expertise, and as purveyors of some of today’s most sought-after luxury watch brands the Swiss, family-owned House of Gübelin’s story began in 1854. With the opening of a small watchmaker’s shop in the Swiss city of Lucerne, the business grew over time, moving to ever-larger locations in the city until finally settling in the prime site on the quay that still houses Gübelin’s Lucerne boutique today." -gubelin.com/cms/en/the-house/history/
"Gubelin is primarily a retailer of timepieces and Jewelry, often rebranding or co-branding prestigious manufacturers such as Jaeger-LeCoultre, Patek Philippe, Movado, etc. Notable models include classics such as the Ipso-Vox alarm, the Ipsomatic, the Ipso-Day and Ipso-Date.
Gubelin still exists today, operating in several high-end locations throughout the world." -classicwatch.com/history-of-gubelin-watches/
There is a timeless beauty about this classic 1930's Gubelin ball pendant watch with a skeleton back. The dial is a beautiful creamy silver color with a satin finish that radiates as light bounces off of the curved crystal. The dial features shiny, pretty gold Arabic numerals and gold hands- lozenge shape for the hour hand, and leaf shape for the minute hand. The dial is signed Gubelin and Swiss. The 25.7 mm silver case also holds the movement, which can be observed in motion thanks to the curved crystal case back. Both plastic crystals are in excellent condition, showing no signs of wear to the naked eye.
One may find themself mesmerize when observing the tiny movement at work. This dependable Swiss movement has been adjusted to two positions and boasts 17 jewels. The movement is also signed Swiss, Gubelin.
It comes on a silver chain marked 800, and measures 24 inches.
This Gubelin is a very special, unique timepiece. One doesn't see a ball pendant watch with a skeleton back every day. This piece is in exceptional condition, and deserves to be appreciated in a collection, and enjoyed during special occasions.
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Movement: Swiss Gubelin Adjusted 2 Two Pos. Seventeen 17 Jewels
Case Markings: N/A
Measurements (mm): Case Diameter: 25.7 Case Diameter with Crown and Loop for Chain: 31.7 Case Thickness: 21.7
Vintage watches are traditionally smaller than today's watches. Men’s watches typically measure between 29-36mm wide (some larger, some smaller) excluding the crown. In the listing details we typically try to do our best to list all pertinent dimensions of a watch. If you don't see it, or we failed to do so, please reach out to us. Women’s watches from the 1900s-1970s were also much smaller than today's offerings. Please also feel free to ask any questions you have pertaining to size.
We prefer to shoot photographs outside when weather is permitting. However, when we shoot indoors, please be aware that we shoot our photographs inside of lightboxes that are lit with 360 LED bulbs. This indeed magnifies any flaws. Usually, they are much less obvious to the naked eye. Having said that, we never photoshop any of our photography, remove blemishes, etc. We adjust lighting when necessary, but what you see is what you are getting, and we take pride in that.
The condition is pre-owned. The item may have some signs of cosmetic wear but is fully operational and functions as intended. Please review the photos and feel free to ask any questions you may have.
It will be carefully packed.
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