Bidspirit auction | Antique Swiss 0.800 Coin Silver

Antique Swiss 0.800 Coin Silver Niello Case Open Face Pocket Watch - An antique open face pocket watch of Swiss manufacture produced for the German market. The case is constructed from 0.800 coin silver and features a dark checkered niello-style finish across the exterior. The case back includes a central circular cartouche with an unengraved shield-shaped crest. Internal case hallmarks include the 0.800 purity mark, the German national hallmark consisting of a crescent moon and crown, and the Swiss grouse hallmark used for silver intended for export. Additional markings include the serial number 175441 and an HH maker stamp. The white enamel dial features black Arabic numerals, a subsidiary seconds dial at the 6 o'clock position, and ornate Louis XIV-style gilt hands. The manual wind bridge-plate lever movement is engraved with the term Depose on the bridge. Case size: 45mm. This item is in poor, non-working condition and is offered for parts or restoration. The white enamel dial is severely damaged with multiple large cracks, significant material loss at the center and 12 o'clock, and visible green oxidation staining. The crystal is missing. The front bezel is detached from the main case body. The coin silver case exhibits heavy tarnish, surface scratches, and general wear throughout. The movement is untested and should be assumed non-functional.