Swiss yellow gold open faced keyless lever watch Circa 1925

Gold lever by Ulysse Nardin
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A Swiss 18k yellow gold open faced keyless lever pocket watch, circa 1925. It has a manual winding movement with 17 jewels and a lever escapement. The silvered dial features applied Arabic radial hour markers, outer minute dots, subsidiary seconds dial, and original Cathedral hands. The polished 18K yellow gold case has a hinged, monogrammed case back. The case and movement are signed. It comes with a Ulysse Nardin fitted presentation box and an associated 14K yellow gold chain.
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Diameter: 43 mm
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Signed: Ulysse Nardin, Locle & Genève
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The case is in overall good condition, exhibiting wear and surface scuffing consistent with its age. The decorative edges show some rubbing and wear. The back of the case features a monogram reading MS. The associated 14k gold chain, measuring approximately 32 cm, is unsigned. The total approximate weight, including the chain, is 66.84 g, while the chain alone weighs approximately 22.85 g. The dial is in good condition, with some patina visible on the hands and applied indexes. There are areas of pitting, particularly between 4 and 5, along with signs of prior cleaning. The movement displays minor surface wear and spotting but remains in running condition.