I knew about the watch but now I have learned something about a part of the world about which I knew very little.
I also found interesting material on the naval base located there. Or right here on this board, you can use the search function near the top of this page and enter "Tavannes cal?" which should bring up, among other threads, that thread started by "Horologist" back in 2007.īack at Google, you can search Soerabaja which was the old name of what is now Surabaya (search that spelling also), and learn about the second largest city (pop. Below Roland's listings on Google is a listing for a previous discussion of a Tavannes Pleiades watch right here on the NAWCC message board from 8-3-2007, that should tell you plenty about this intriguing movement. Enamel Case Silver Pocket Watch Pocket Watches, Tavannes Pocket Watch Pocket Watches with. State, or Stayte, was one of the brand names used by the company. If you scroll down to the bottom of that page, watch out for Roland's little dog at the bottom left. Tavannes Gold & Enamel Pocket Watch, circa 1910 Case: 18k yellow gold, 46 mm, hinged back with - Available at 2016 October 27 Watches & Fine. Their excellent reputation for quality meant that by 1910, Tavannes / Cyma were one of the largest Swiss watch manufacturers in existence. The watch Roland shows is a 15-jewel version and in a silver "niello" case, and is somewhat older than your watch. If you do a Google search for Tavannes Pleiades, it will lead you to a Tavannes Pleiades watch posted on Roland Ranffts excellent website. Your Tavannes watch is the distinctive Pleiades calibre, so named because the layout of the jewels in the watch train resembles the bright stars in the constellation Pleiades. Marty didn't leave much to say, for which I'm grateful because I hate typing.
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I think the hands have an earlier look, but I have no doubt that they are original.Īltogether, a fine watch and a great family heirloom which I hope you will be proud to pass down to future generations. Browse FREE Tavannes Pocket Watch Price/Value Guide - Appraisals, Valuations & FREE Sale Advice. I agree with Kent on the date - 1910 to 1930 (through the Art Deco period) is where those numerals on the dial belong, as do those concentric circles of the seconds dial. It would be great to see a wider shot of the whole movement. The movement at 21 jewels and 5 adjustments would also be top quality, and probably right at the top of Tavannes' range. The engraving and (I assume) enamel fill on the band is super.
The case, in case you didn't know, is 18 karat solid gold, and it's an excellent quality case. They must have been a good quality retailer to justify the private label status they had with Tavannes, since almost certainly the name was put on the dial by Tavannes. Teichert - Soerabaya is the name and location of the retailer of the watch. Huge selection, great prices & free shipping on many pocket watches. my guess is that you have other hobbies than horology Find great deals on new & pre-owned Tavannes Pocket Watches when you shop at. My compliments on your excellent photographs.