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Longines 44mm Open Face Pocket Watch in 14k Yellow Gold

Partially verified

The source documents an open face pocket watch catalogued under Longines, dated to circa 1910–1919. The piece features a 44 mm solid 14k yellow gold case manufactured by Wittnauer & Co., weighing 49.45 g. The reverse cover displays engine-turned decoration with an off-center foliate cartouche engraved with script initials, framed by a border with crossed-ribbon accents. The auction house reports a Swiss-made, 17-jewel, 3-adjustment hand-wound mechanical movement alongside an analog yellow 12-hour dial with Roman numerals. Engraving is noted on both the dust cover and case back.

Rear view of yellow gold case with engine-turned pattern and monogram cartouche
Rear view of yellow gold case with engine-turned pattern and monogram cartouche — Bidhaus. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
www.liveauctioneers.com
Category
Pocket watch · Open-face pocket watch
Maker / attribution
Longines
Reference
Not recorded
Catalogue / lot identifier
0182L
Source-reported date
1910-1919
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 Construction and Aesthetic

The watch features a 44 mm open-face case constructed of 14k yellow gold, with case manufacturing attributed to Wittnauer & Co. The total weight of the piece is reported as 49.45 grams.

The exterior of the case back is decorated with engine-turned guilloché patterns, a border of crossed-ribbon motifs, and an off-center foliate cartouche featuring script initials. Engravings are also noted on the internal dust cover.

Evidence for this section
  • “Case Material: Solid 14k yellow gold”
  • “Case Maker: Wittnauer & Co.”
  • “Case Diameter: 44 mm (1.7 in)”
  • “Weight: 49.45 g”
  • “Engraved on the back dust cover and watch case cover”

Movement and Dial

The movement is a hand-wound mechanical type featuring 17 jewels and 3 adjustments. The analog 12-hour dial is colored yellow and displays Roman numerals.

The listing includes conflicting information regarding origin, simultaneously citing 'Country of Origin: Swaziland' and 'Swiss Made: Yes'.

Evidence for this section
  • “Movement: Mechanical (hand-winding)”
  • “Jewels: 17 jewels Adjustments: 3 adjustments”
  • “Dial: Roman numerals 12-hour dial”
  • “Country of Origin: Swaziland”
  • “Swiss Made: Yes”

Condition and Provenance

The watch is categorized as a vintage piece, with the date of manufacture listed as 1910–1919. The seller describes the item as pre-owned with light wear.

The reported condition caveat is that the case back cover does not fully close and requires slight adjustment. The source documentation does not provide a specific serial number or model reference.

Evidence for this section
  • “Year Manufactured: 1910-1919”
  • “the case back cover does not fully close and needs slight adjustment.”
  • “Shows light wear.”

Open research questions

  • Does the serial number on the internal dust cover verify the 1910-1919 production timeframe?
  • How does the discrepancy between 'Swaziland' and 'Swiss Made' affect the verified origin of the movement?
  • Is there documented evidence of Wittnauer & Co. acting as the case manufacturer for this specific Longines pocket watch model?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for Longines 44mm Open Face Pocket Watch in 14k Yellow Gold
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
Case MaterialSolid 14k yellow gold“Case Material: Solid 14k yellow gold”
Case MakerWittnauer & Co.“Case Maker: Wittnauer & Co.”
Jewels and Adjustments17 jewels, 3 adjustments“Jewels: 17 jewels Adjustments: 3 adjustments”
Case Diameter44 mm (1.7 in)“Case Diameter: 44 mm (1.7 in)”
Total Weight49.45 g“Weight: 49.45 g”
Year Manufactured1910-1919“Year Manufactured: 1910-1919”
Jewels/Adjustments17 jewels, 3 adjustments“Jewels: 17 jewels Adjustments: 3 adjustments”

Visible details

  • Yellow gold open-face case back with fine engine-turned guilloché patterning.
  • Engraved foliate wreath cartouche situated off-center on the left, containing monogrammed script initials.
  • Peripheral border featuring repeating engraved crossed-ribbon motifs.
  • Ribbed fluted winding crown situated beneath an oval decorated suspension bow.

Research qualifications

  • The dial and movement are not visible in the provided photograph.
  • The source table erratically lists 'Country of Origin: Swaziland', while also stating 'Swiss Made: Yes'.
  • Condition notes state that the case back cover does not fully close and requires adjustment.

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

Consulted source

Longines 44mm Open Face Pocket Watch In 14k Yellow Gold - Oct 2, 2026 | Bidhaus In Ny

Reviewed 2026-10-22 · Record cff5224628

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