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Monopol Dürrstein 14K Gold Hunter Pocket Watch

Partially verified

This hunting-case pocket watch is cataloged as a Monopol Dürrstein piece dating to circa 1914, with Swiss and German attributions. According to the auction description, the 14K gold case measures approximately 43 mm (size 16) and bears the serial number 245231 on the front lid, caseback interior, and dust cover interior alongside 0,585 fineness stamps and the Monopol six-pointed star mark. It houses a Swiss 15-jewel stem-wind, lever-set gilt movement. The white enamel dial features Arabic numerals, ornate gilt hands, and a sunken subsidiary seconds register. The dust cover bears an engraved German dedication commemorating Heinrich Adolph's 25th work anniversary from June 15, 1889 to 1914.

Front view of open hunter case showing white enamel dial and gilt baroque hands
Front view of open hunter case showing white enamel dial and gilt baroque hands — Affiliated Auctions. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
www.invaluable.com
Category
Pocket watch · Hunter pocket watch
Maker / attribution
Monopol Dürrstein
Reference
Not recorded
Catalogue / lot identifier
6025
Source-reported date
ca. 1914
Country
Switzerland
Source-reported serial
245231

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 Identification

The timepiece is identified as a 14K gold hunter-case pocket watch bearing the Monopol six-pointed star maker's mark. It is reported to measure approximately 43 mm (16 size). Visible inspection confirms the hunter case opens to the left, revealing a white enamel dial with Arabic numerals, an outer minutes track, and ornate gilt baroque-style hands.

The case features a sunken subsidiary seconds register positioned at the 6 o'clock mark. Hallmarks and the '0,585' gold fineness stamp are reported as present on the lid and caseback. The pendant, fluted winding crown, and bow are aligned at the 3 o'clock position relative to the dial.

Evidence for this section
  • “Monopol six-pointed star maker's mark present on lid, caseback and dust cover.”
  • “16s (~43mm)”
  • “White enamel SSD with Arabic numerals and gilt baroque hands.”
  • “Case hallmarked and stamped with gold fineness "0,585" on lid and caseback.”

Mechanism and Internal Features

The movement is described as a Swiss 15-jewel gilt caliber with stem-wind and lever-set operation. According to the source, the internal dust cover displays an engraving in German, which serves as a provenance element, dedicating the watch to Heinrich Adolph to commemorate a 25-year work anniversary spanning 1889 to 1914.

A matching serial number, 245231, is reported on the inner case components, including the lid, caseback, and the dust cover. These internal elements were not visible in the provided photographic evidence.

Evidence for this section
  • “Swiss 15j gilt movement, 16s (~43mm), SW/LS.”
  • “Dust cover engraved, in German, "Dedicated to Heinrich Adolph in commemoration of his 25th work anniversary, by H. Staffschaedt G.m.b.H., Giessen, June 15, 1889 - 1914."”
  • “Matching serial number "245231" present on case lid, caseback interior and dust cover interior.”

Condition Report

The auction source describes the condition as very fine, noting the movement runs and keeps time. The timepiece is incomplete as the crystal is missing.

The case exterior is reported to exhibit a few small dents. Assessments regarding the internal movement and hallmarks rely on the source description, as these features are not accessible for independent visual verification.

Evidence for this section
  • “Very fine.”
  • “Runs and keeps time.”
  • “Missing crystal.”
  • “Case shows a few small dents.”

Open research questions

  • What is the specific movement caliber used in this Monopol Dürrstein configuration?
  • Can the H. Staffschaedt G.m.b.H. firm be definitively linked to the provenance provided in the dedication?
  • Are there extant historical records for Monopol Dürrstein serial number 245231?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for Monopol Dürrstein 14K Gold Hunter Pocket Watch
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
MovementSwiss 15j gilt movement, 16s (~43mm), SW/LS“Swiss 15j gilt movement, 16s (~43mm), SW/LS.”
DialWhite enamel sunken subsidiary seconds with Arabic numerals and gilt baroque hands“White enamel SSD with Arabic numerals and gilt baroque hands.”
Serial Number245231“Matching serial number "245231" present on case lid, caseback interior and dust cover interior.”
Gold Fineness14K gold (0,585)“Case hallmarked and stamped with gold fineness "0,585" on lid and caseback.”
Maker's MarkMonopol six-pointed star“Monopol six-pointed star maker's mark present on lid, caseback and dust cover.”
Gross Weight76.4 grams“Gross weight 76.4 grams.”

Visible details

  • Front hunter case lid is hinged open to the left.
  • White enamel dial features black Arabic numerals, an outer minutes track, and ornate gilt hands.
  • Sunken subsidiary seconds register is positioned at 6 o'clock.
  • Pendant, fluted winding crown, and bow are situated at 3 o'clock relative to the dial.

Research qualifications

  • The auction house notes that the crystal is missing.
  • Movement, internal hallmarks, and dust cover dedication are reported by the source and not visible in the photograph.

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

Consulted source

At Auction: Monopol Durrstein 14K Gold Hunter Pocket Watch

Reviewed 2026-10-25 · Record 11bb6454cf

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