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Pocket watch · Open-face pocket watch

Kienzle pocket watch

Partially verified

This open-face pocket watch is catalogued by the source under lot number 51819405, attributed to maker Kienzle, and dated to the 1950–1959 period. The timepiece features a round white metal case accented by a contrasting gold-toned fluted winding crown and triangular pendant bow at the 12 o'clock position. Its two-tone light dial displays stylized Arabic numerals, an outer closed minute track punctuated by luminous rectangular hour plots, and a cursive Kienzle brand signature below the 12 o'clock hour. A recessed subsidiary seconds dial is located at 6 o'clock.

Dial view of the Kienzle open-face pocket watch showing subsidiary seconds and crown at 12 o'clock
Dial view of the Kienzle open-face pocket watch showing subsidiary seconds and crown at 12 o'clock — Catawiki. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
www.catawiki.com
Category
Pocket watch · Open-face pocket watch
Maker / attribution
Kienzle
Reference
Not recorded
Catalogue / lot identifier
51819405
Source-reported date
1950-1959
Source-reported place
Not established

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

Identity and Classification

This timepiece is documented by the auction source as a pocket watch attributed to Kienzle under lot number 51819405. The listing catalogues the item under the gender designation "Homme" and dates it to 1950–1959.

The source does not record any specific reference number, movement caliber, or serial number for the watch.

Evidence for this section
  • “Kienzle - pocket watch NO RESERVE PRICE - Homme - 1950-1959”
  • “Nº 51819405”

Case and External Features

Visual observation indicates a round white metal open-face case fitted with a contrasting gold-toned winding crown and a triangular pendant bow at the 12 o'clock position.

Specific case measurements, alloy compositions, and case back markings are not stated in the source record or visible in the front photograph.

Evidence for this section
  • “Round white metal open-face case with a contrasting gold-toned winding crown and triangular pendant bow at 12 o'clock.”

Dial Configuration

The watch features a two-tone dial displaying stylized Arabic numerals and an outer railroad-style minute track marked with rectangular luminous plots. Time is indicated by darkened syringe-style hands with luminescent material infill.

A subsidiary seconds register is situated at the 6 o'clock position marked in ten-second increments. A cursive "Kienzle" brand logo is printed below the upper sector of the dial.

Evidence for this section
  • “Two-tone dial featuring stylized Arabic numerals and an outer railroad-style minute track with rectangular luminous plots.”
  • “Darkened syringe-style hands with luminescent material infill.”
  • “Subsidiary seconds register positioned at 6 o'clock marked in ten-second increments.”
  • “Cursive 'Kienzle' brand logo printed below the upper sector of the dial.”

Open research questions

  • What specific movement caliber is installed within the case, and what is its jewel count and escapement type?
  • What is the base metal alloy or plating composition of the white metal case?
  • Does the interior of the case back or the movement bear any serial numbers, reference stamps, or hallmarks?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for Kienzle pocket watch
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
Lot Number51819405“Nº 51819405”
MakerKienzle“Kienzle”
Object Typepocket watch“pocket watch”
Date Range1950-1959“1950-1959”
Hammer Price30 €“Vendu à 30 €”
Auction Cataloguing GenderHomme“Homme - 1950-1959”

Visible details

  • Round white metal open-face case with a contrasting gold-toned winding crown and triangular pendant bow at 12 o'clock.
  • Two-tone dial featuring stylized Arabic numerals and an outer railroad-style minute track with rectangular luminous plots.
  • Darkened syringe-style hands with luminescent material infill.
  • Subsidiary seconds register positioned at 6 o'clock marked in ten-second increments.
  • Cursive 'Kienzle' brand logo printed below the upper sector of the dial.

Research qualifications

  • Movement caliber, jewel count, and mechanical specifications are not provided.
  • Metal composition of the case is not specified by the source.
  • Case back, interior, and movement are not visible in the provided photograph.

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

Consulted source

Montres en Vente aux Enchères en Ligne - Catawiki

Reviewed 2026-10-21 · Record d768600fd5

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