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Corgémont 14k Yellow Gold Chronomètre Hunter Pocket Watch

Partially verified

This antique full hunter pocket watch by Corgémont features a 14k yellow gold case bearing Swiss hallmarks. The white enamel dial is inscribed 'CHRONOMÈTRE Corgémont Watch' and displays bold black Arabic hour numerals, an outer minute track, and a subsidiary seconds register positioned at 6 o'clock. The dealer notes that the watch operates via a manual-wind movement recorded as number 402819, housed in case number 402777 with an engraved monogram on the front cover. The total piece weighs approximately 80.20 grams.

Front view of the open Corgémont 14k yellow gold hunter pocket watch displaying the dial
Front view of the open Corgémont 14k yellow gold hunter pocket watch displaying the dial — Sandbanks Antiques. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
www.sellingantiques.co.uk
Category
Pocket watch · Hunter pocket watch
Maker / attribution
Corgémont
Reference
Not recorded
Catalogue / lot identifier
SA1149176
Source-reported date
circa 1910
Country
Switzerland
Source-reported serial
402777

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

This hunter-style pocket watch is housed in a 14k yellow gold case featuring Swiss hallmarks. The exterior of the front hinged cover bears an engraved monogram.

The timepiece has a reported weight of approximately 80.20 grams. The winding crown and bow are positioned at the 3 o'clock location relative to the dial.

Evidence for this section
  • “Corgemont Pocket Watch made in 14K yellow gold - Swiss hallmarks”
  • “Monogram to front”
  • “Serial case number 402777”
  • “Weight 80.20 grams approx”

Dial and Hands

The white enamel dial is inscribed 'CHRONOMÈTRE' over 'Corgémont Watch' in script below the 12 o'clock position. The dial features black Arabic hour numerals and an outer minute track.

The watch displays a subsidiary seconds register at 6 o'clock and utilizes delicate dark hands, including a straight minute hand and an hour hand with a spade-tipped or Breguet-style profile.

Evidence for this section
  • “Dial signed 'CHRONOMÈTRE' over 'Corgémont Watch' in script below 12 o'clock”
  • “White dial with black Arabic numerals and a subsidiary seconds dial at 6 o'clock”
  • “Delicate dark hands including a Breguet-style or spade-tipped hour hand and straight minute hand”

Mechanism and Provenance

The watch is powered by a manual-wind movement, recorded by the seller as movement number 402819. The case is stamped with serial number 402777.

The manufacturer is identified as Corgémont of Switzerland, with the piece dated by the dealer to circa 1910.

Evidence for this section
  • “Manual Wind”
  • “Movement No 402819”
  • “Serial case number 402777”
  • “Swiss Made circa 1910”

Open research questions

  • Does the internal movement serial number 402819 correspond to established production records for Corgémont?
  • Do the specific Swiss hallmarks present on the case allow for a precise date of import or assay location?
  • Is the engraved monogram on the hunter cover original to the manufacturing period?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for Corgémont 14k Yellow Gold Chronomètre Hunter Pocket Watch
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
Case material14K yellow gold“Corgemont Pocket Watch made in 14K yellow gold - Swiss hallmarks”
Date of manufacturecirca 1910“Swiss Made circa 1910”
Serial case number402777“Serial case number 402777”
Movement number402819“Movement No 402819”
Weight80.20 grams approx“Weight 80.20 grams approx”
Working statusFunctional, accuracy not guaranteed“The watch is in working condition; however, we cannot guarantee accuracy for an antique pocket watch.”

Visible details

  • Hinged front hunter cover opened to the left, showing a polished inner surface
  • White dial with black Arabic numerals and a subsidiary seconds dial at 6 o'clock
  • Winding crown and bow positioned at 3 o'clock relative to the dial
  • Dial signed 'CHRONOMÈTRE' over 'Corgémont Watch' in script below 12 o'clock
  • Delicate dark hands including a Breguet-style or spade-tipped hour hand and straight minute hand

Research qualifications

  • The internal movement mechanism is not visible in this image
  • Accuracy is not guaranteed by the seller for this antique timepiece

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

Consulted source

A Rare 14k Yellow Gold Large Chronomètre Hunter Pocket Watch | Sellingantiques

Reviewed 2026-10-22 · Record 29ca0997a8

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