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Mathey-Tissot 18K rose gold manual wind calendar wristwatch

Partially verified

This Mathey-Tissot wristwatch features an 18K rose gold round case with a manual-wind movement, as reported by Bonhams. Catalogued as Lot 55 in the 'Watches & Wristwatches, Collection of a European Nobleman' sale, the watch features a gold-toned dial with applied baton indexes, outer five-minute track numerals, and a date window at the 6 o'clock position. The dial is signed 'Mathey-Tissot', 'Incabloc 17 Jewels', and marked 'SWISS MADE' along the bottom edge. It is fitted with a fluted winding crown and mounted on a dark brown reptile-pattern leather strap.

Oblique front view of the Mathey-Tissot 18K rose gold calendar wristwatch on strap
Oblique front view of the Mathey-Tissot 18K rose gold calendar wristwatch on strap — Bonhams. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
www.bonhams.com
Category
Wristwatch · Manual-wind calendar wristwatch
Maker / attribution
Mathey-Tissot
Reference
Not recorded
Catalogue / lot identifier
55
Source-reported date
Not established
Country
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

Identity and Auction Context

Catalogued as Lot 55 in Bonhams' 'Watches & Wristwatches, Collection of a European Nobleman' auction, this timepiece is listed by the auctioneer as an 18K rose gold manual wind calendar wristwatch by Mathey-Tissot.

The auction entry does not record a specific model name, reference number, serial number, or date of manufacture.

Evidence for this section
  • “Lot 55”
  • “Watches & Wristwatches, Collection of a European Nobleman”
  • “Mathey-Tissot. An 18K rose gold manual wind calendar wristwatch”

Case and External Components

Visual observation indicates a round gold-toned case with straight lugs and a fluted winding crown situated at the 3 o'clock position. The auction source specifies the case material as 18K rose gold.

The watch is mounted on a dark brown textured reptile-pattern leather strap. Dimensions, case back markings, and internal hallmarks are not detailed in the source text or visible in the front-facing photograph.

Evidence for this section
  • “Round gold-toned case with straight lugs and a fluted winding crown at 3 o'clock”
  • “An 18K rose gold manual wind calendar wristwatch”
  • “Dark brown textured reptile-pattern leather strap”

Dial and Indications

The dial has a gold-toned sunburst finish with applied baton hour markers and printed outer 5-minute divisions. A rectangular date display window is positioned at 6 o'clock, showing the numeral 8.

The dial is signed 'Mathey-Tissot' alongside a brand emblem, marked 'Incabloc 17 Jewels' in the lower portion, and inscribed 'SWISS MADE' along the bottom edge.

Evidence for this section
  • “Gold-toned sunburst dial with applied baton hour markers and printed outer 5-minute divisions”
  • “Rectangular date display window positioned at 6 o'clock displaying numeral 8”
  • “Dial signed 'Mathey-Tissot' with brand emblem, 'Incabloc 17 Jewels', and 'SWISS MADE'”

Movement and Technical Details

The movement is described by Bonhams as a manual wind calendar wristwatch mechanism. Dial markings indicate 17 jewels and the presence of an Incabloc shock protection system.

Specific movement calibre, finishing, and mechanical condition are not recorded in the available source text or visual records.

Evidence for this section
  • “manual wind calendar wristwatch”
  • “Dial signed 'Mathey-Tissot' with brand emblem, 'Incabloc 17 Jewels', and 'SWISS MADE'”

Open research questions

  • What specific base movement calibre is fitted inside this Mathey-Tissot watch?
  • What case reference and serial numbers are engraved on the inside or exterior of the case back?
  • What are the precise case dimensions, including case diameter and lug width?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for Mathey-Tissot 18K rose gold manual wind calendar wristwatch
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
MakerMathey-Tissot“Mathey-Tissot. An 18K rose gold manual wind calendar wristwatch”
Case Material18K rose gold“An 18K rose gold manual wind calendar wristwatch”
Movement TypeManual wind“manual wind calendar wristwatch”
Lot Number55“Lot 55”
Auction Sale NameWatches & Wristwatches, Collection of a European Nobleman“Watches & Wristwatches, Collection of a European Nobleman”
Auction Date Window27 May – 9 June 2016“27 May – 9 June 2016, 10:00 BST”

Visible details

  • Round gold-toned case with straight lugs and a fluted winding crown at 3 o'clock
  • Gold-toned sunburst dial with applied baton hour markers and printed outer 5-minute divisions
  • Rectangular date display window positioned at 6 o'clock displaying numeral 8
  • Dial signed 'Mathey-Tissot' with brand emblem, 'Incabloc 17 Jewels', and 'SWISS MADE'
  • Dark brown textured reptile-pattern leather strap

Research qualifications

  • Movement caliber, internal hallmarks, and case back details are not visible in the supplied photograph
  • Production date and reference number are not specified in the auction source

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

Consulted source

Bonhams : Mathey-Tissot. An 18K rose gold manual wind calendar wristwatch

Reviewed 2026-10-21 · Record e065cce169

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