Manufacturer: IWC Year: Circa 1990s Case No: 2’447’995 Material: 18K white gold Calibre: Manual Dimensions: 48mm diameter Signed: Case, dial and movement signed Accessories: Accompanied by IWC outer packaging and fitted presentation box.
Catalogue Essay
The present pocket watch manufactured by IWC from circa 1990s proudly displays the intricate craftsmanship of the Schaffhausen-based manufacturer. Encased in its elegant 48mm diameter white gold case lies a fully skeletonized dial displaying a beautiful hand-engraved movement decorated and visible through both sides of the case. Contrasting against the golden hue of the movement rimmed against the circumference of the case is a satin finished outer track depicting the hours in Roman numerals. Powered by a manual caliber, it allows the wearer to admire each and every single wind whilst witnessing the barrel spring in action.
Presented in excellent overall condition with deep and unrubbed hallmarks stamped on the case, the present lot is further accompanied by its original presentation box.
With a clear focus on technology and development, the Swiss watch manufacturer IWC Schaffhausen has been producing timepieces of lasting value since 1868. The company has gained an international reputation based on a passion for innovative solutions and technical ingenuity. One of the world's leading brands in the luxury watch segment, IWC crafts masterpieces of haute horlogerie at their finest, combining high precision with masculine design. Vintage wristwatches such as the oversized Portugieser, Aquatimer, Ingenieur and the B-UHR pilots watch are especially desirable for collectors.