Pocket watch · Half hunter pocket watch
According to Bonhams, this pocket watch is a keyless wind half hunter model by Cyma bearing Birmingham hallmarks dated to 1937 and crafted in a 9K gold case. The white dial features black Roman numerals, an outer minute track, and a subsidiary seconds dial at the 6 o'clock position. The dial is signed 'CYMA' below 12 o'clock and marked 'SWISS MADE' along the lower edge. It is fitted with blued steel hands, with the pendant, fluted crown, and bow situated at 3 o'clock.
Source-reported attribution and specifications are not independent authentication. A listing does not establish present ownership, current display, availability or permission to reproduce.
This pocket watch is catalogued by Bonhams as a keyless wind half hunter model by Cyma. The auction title specifies that the piece carries a Birmingham hallmark dated to 1937.
The case material is catalogued as 9K gold. As reported in the auction title, the watch is configured with keyless winding in a half hunter format.
Direct visual observation of the provided photograph shows a white dial with black Roman numeral hour markers, an outer track, and a subsidiary seconds register at 6 o'clock. The watch is fitted with blued steel hands, including a double-spade hour hand.
The dial is signed 'CYMA' and 'SWISS MADE'. The front hinged cover is open to the left, showing the aperture of a half hunter case, while the fluted winding crown and bow are positioned at 3 o'clock.
The source listing provides no description of the movement caliber, escapement mechanism, or jewel count, and no internal movement views are visible in the listing photograph.
Internal case markings, case maker sponsor marks, serial numbers, and physical dimensions are not recorded in this source.
| Field | Source-reported value | Source quotation |
|---|---|---|
| Maker | Cyma | “Cyma. A 9K gold keyless wind half hunter pocket watch” |
| Material | 9K gold | “A 9K gold keyless wind half hunter pocket watch” |
| Hallmark Date | 1937 | “Birmingham Hallmark for 1937” |
| Lot Number | 34 | “Lot 34” |
| Auction Sale Title | Weekly: Watches 23 February – 6 March 2024, 12:00 GMT Online | “Weekly: Watches 23 February – 6 March 2024, 12:00 GMT Online” |
Photograph identity and source facts were screened before import; rights clearance remains pending.
Reviewed 2026-10-21 · Record fd37493b74
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