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Doxa vintage men's wristwatch

Partially verified

This Doxa men's wristwatch is a vintage timepiece from the 1940s. The watch is constructed with a 14-karat rose gold case, which features decorative fancy lugs. The case measures 33 mm in diameter, excluding the crown, with a lug-to-lug measurement of 43 mm. The champagne-colored dial displays linear hour markers and gold-toned dauphine hands, accompanied by a center seconds hand. The watch is powered by a 15-jewel manual-wind mechanical movement, which is signed by Doxa on the bridges. The watch is fitted with a modern brown leather strap with a crocodile pattern. The auction description notes that the movement is in functioning order. The watch is attributed to the Swiss manufacturer Doxa, with case hallmarks indicating the 14-karat gold composition.

Front view of the Doxa manual-wind wristwatch with rose gold case, fancy lugs, and champagne dial.
Front view of the Doxa manual-wind wristwatch with rose gold case, fancy lugs, and champagne dial. — Ashton-Blakey Antiques. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
zamanito.com
Category
Wristwatch · Manual-wind wristwatch
Maker / attribution
Doxa
Reference
Not recorded
Catalogue / lot identifier
Source URL identifies the listing
Source-reported date
1940s
Source-reported place
Switzerland

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 and Dial Construction

The watch is housed in a 14-karat rose gold case, measuring 33 mm in diameter across the bezel and 43 mm from lug to lug. The design is characterized by ornate, decorative fancy lugs. The case bears hallmarks on the front and back intended to certify the gold content.

The champagne dial shows light signs of vintage wear. The indices are linear in form, and the hands are shaped in the dauphine style. Both the markers and the hands are composed of gold, contributing to the watch's overall monochromatic aesthetic.

Evidence for this section
  • “بدنه ساعت از طلای رزگلد ۱۴ عیار ساخته شده و پشت و روی قاب دارای نشان‌ها و هول‌مارک‌های اصالت طلای ۱۴ عیار است.”
  • “طراحی قاب ساعت با پایه‌های فرم‌دار و تزیینی (fancy lugs) شاخص شده”
  • “دسته کوک ساعت نیز از جنس طلا بوده و در قسمت مرکزی کمی ساییدگی دارد”

Movement and Performance

The movement is a manual-wind mechanical caliber equipped with 15 jewels. The brand name, Doxa, is engraved directly onto the bridges of the movement. According to the provided information, the watch is functioning.

The auction description mentions the watch is similar in style to a piece worn by a character in the film 'Operation Crossbow,' though this is presented as a point of reference for the 1940s style rather than definitive provenance.

Evidence for this section
  • “مکانیزم داخل ساعت یک موتور مکانیکی کوکی با ۱۵ سنگ قیمتی (جواهر) است که نام DOXA روی پل‌های آن حکاکی شده است.”
  • “به نقل از منبع، این موتور در وضعیت کارکرد مناسب و روان قرار دارد.”

Condition and Attribution

The auction description identifies the watch as a 1940s vintage piece. The overall condition of the gold case is described as excellent. The watch is paired with a modern replacement strap finished with a crocodile texture.

The text notes that comprehensive information regarding the specific caliber, historical service records, or current water-resistance capabilities is not available in the provided source material.

Evidence for this section
  • “وضعیت کلی قاب این ساعت توسط فروشنده در شرایط عالی توصیف شده است.”
  • “ساعت همراه با یک بند چرمی قهوه‌ای جدید با طرح کروکودیل عرضه شده است.”

Open research questions

  • What is the specific movement caliber number used in this 15-jewel Doxa model?
  • Can the case hallmarks be identified to confirm the specific assay office and year of production within the 1940s?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for Doxa vintage men's wristwatch
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
Case material14-karat rose gold“بدنه ساعت از طلای رزگلد ۱۴ عیار ساخته شده”
Movement15-jewel manual-wind“مکانیزم داخل ساعت یک موتور مکانیکی کوکی با ۱۵ سنگ قیمتی (جواهر) است”
Case diameter33 mm“قطر قاب بدون احتساب دسته کوک ۳۳ میلی‌متر”
Lug to lug43 mm“فاصله پایه‌ها از یک سر تا سر دیگر (lug to lug) معادل ۴۳ میلی‌متر”
SignedDoxa“نام DOXA روی پل‌های آن حکاکی شده است”
OriginSwitzerland“کارخانه دوکسا که اصالت سوئیسی دارد”

Visible details

  • Decorative fancy lugs integrated into the 14k rose gold case design.
  • Champagne dial with visible age-related patina and linear hour markers.
  • Gold-toned dauphine hands and a matching center seconds hand.
  • Crown shows central surface wear.

Research qualifications

  • The source states the watch is similar to one worn in the film 'Operation Crossbow', but does not confirm it as the same object.
  • No specific details provided regarding the movement caliber or the history of past servicing.

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

Consulted source

ساعت مچی مردانه DOXA از طلای رزگلد ۱۴ عیار

Reviewed 2026-11-02 · Record 5187db76fa

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