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14K Yellow Gold Hunter Case Pocket Watch

Partially verified

This 14K yellow gold hunter case pocket watch measures approximately 56 mm in diameter and houses a manual-wind movement with a white dial, according to the auction description. The case and cuvette bear Swiss hallmarks and 0.585 gold fineness stamps, with the cuvette inscribed 'System Glashütte Antimagnetisch Staubschutzring' and numbered 93387. The watch weighs approximately 76.05 dwt. In the auction cataloguing, it is accompanied by an acid-tested 14K yellow gold fob chain featuring a rectangular openwork pendant and a Dunhill pocket knife. The exterior of the hunter case displays an engraved central vacant cartouche framed by delicate foliate scrolls and engraved rim patterning.

Exterior view of the 14K yellow gold hunter case pocket watch shown closed alongside the accompanying fob chain, pendant, and Dunhill pocket knife.
Exterior view of the 14K yellow gold hunter case pocket watch shown closed alongside the accompanying fob chain, pendant, and Dunhill pocket knife. — Freeman's. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
freemansauction.com
Category
Pocket watch · Hunter case pocket watch
Maker / attribution
Not established
Reference
Not recorded
Catalogue / lot identifier
112
Source-reported date
Not established
Country
Switzerland
Source-reported serial
93387

Source-reported attribution and specifications are not independent authentication. A listing does not establish present ownership, current display, availability or permission to reproduce.

Object description

Case Construction and Aesthetics

This hunter case pocket watch is constructed from 14K yellow gold and measures approximately 56 mm in diameter. The exterior of the hunter case features a central vacant shield-shaped cartouche surrounded by engraved floral and foliate motifs, with an engraved pattern along the rim of the front cover.

The case exhibits heavy scratching, denting, and discoloration. The crown and an arched gold suspension bow are positioned at the 12 o'clock orientation.

Evidence for this section
  • “Case size: Approx. 56 mm”
  • “Case material: 14K yellow gold”
  • “Heavy scratching and some denting and discoloration to the case.”

Movement and Internal Inscriptions

The timepiece contains a manual-wind movement. The cuvette bears the inscription 'System Glashütte Antimagnetisch Staubschutzring' and the serial number 93387. The cuvette and inner case back are stamped with Swiss hallmarks and 0.585 gold fineness.

The watch was reported to wind, set, and run at the time of cataloguing but was not timed for accuracy. The authenticity of individual parts is not guaranteed.

Evidence for this section
  • “Movement: Manual wind”
  • “Cuvette: 0.585 93387 (Swiss hallmarks) No. 93387 System Glashütte Antimagnetisch Staubschutzring.”
  • “The watch winds, sets, and runs at the time of cataloguing but has not been timed for accuracy.”
  • “The authenticity of individual parts is not guaranteed since repairs and restoration may have occurred.”

Accompanied Accessories

The lot includes a 14K yellow gold fob chain, which acid testing indicates is 14 karat gold, and a Dunhill pocket knife. The pocket knife is marked 14K.

Also included is an openwork rectangular pendant containing Roman numerals (III, VI, V). The fob chain and pocket knife show surface scratching.

Evidence for this section
  • “14K yellow gold fob chain with pocket knife”
  • “Acid test indicates the fob chain is 14 karat gold.”
  • “Pocket knife: 14K dunhill.”
  • “Scratching to the fob chain and pocket knife.”

Open research questions

  • What is the significance of the 'System Glashütte' mark on Swiss-hallmarked cases?
  • Does the serial number 93387 correspond to a specific production period or manufacturer?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for 14K Yellow Gold Hunter Case Pocket Watch
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
Case sizeApprox. 56 mm“Case size: Approx. 56 mm”
Case material14K yellow gold“Case material: 14K yellow gold”
MovementManual wind“Movement: Manual wind”
DialWhite“Dial: White”
Pocket watch weightApprox 76.05 dwt.“Pocket watch: Approx 76.05 dwt.”
Cuvette inscription0.585 93387 (Swiss hallmarks) No. 93387 System Glashütte Antimagnetisch Staubschutzring“Cuvette: 0.585 93387 (Swiss hallmarks) No. 93387 System Glashütte Antimagnetisch Staubschutzring.”
Total weight (watch)Approx. 76.05 dwt“Pocket watch: Approx 76.05 dwt.”
Fob chain weightApprox. 15.20 dwt“Fob chain (excluding pocket knife): Approx 15.20 dwt.”

Visible details

  • Yellow gold hunter case shown closed, featuring a central vacant shield-shaped cartouche surrounded by engraved floral and foliate motifs.
  • Engine-turned or engraved border pattern running along the circumference of the front cover.
  • Crown and arched gold suspension bow positioned at the 12 o'clock orientation.
  • Accompanied by an elongated link fob chain attached to a folding knife and an openwork rectangular pendant containing Roman numerals (III, VI, V).

Research qualifications

  • The dial and movement are hidden behind the closed front cover in the photograph.
  • The source notes heavy scratching, some denting, and discoloration to the case, as well as scratches on the crystal.
  • Freeman's/Hindman states that the watch was not timed for accuracy and parts authenticity is not warranted.

Photograph identity and source facts were screened before import; rights clearance remains pending.

Consulted source

14K YELLOW GOLD HUNTER CASE POCKET WATCH AND FOB CHAIN | Freeman's

Reviewed 2026-10-22 · Record 9851437b34

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