Wristwatch · Hand-wound wristwatch

Pavel Bure early 20th century wristwatch with presentation box

Partially verified

Attributed by the auction house to Russian firm Pavel Bure (Paul Buhre) and dated to circa the early 20th century, this wristwatch features a white enamel dial with Arabic numerals and a subsidiary dial. The piece is accompanied by a manufacturer-branded presentation box with Cyrillic script inside the upper lid. It is fitted to a non-original modern brown leather strap. Auction measurements record an approximate dial diameter of 40 mm and an overall length of 10 inches. The seller reports condition as non-working with visible cracks on the dial.

Pavel Bure wristwatch shown alongside open branded presentation box — Antique Arena. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source: www.bidsquare.com
Category: Wristwatch · Hand-wound wristwatch
Form: Enamel dial wristwatch
Maker / attribution: Pavel Bure
Reference: Not recorded
Catalogue / lot identifier: 124
Source-reported date: Circa early 20th century
Source-reported place: Russia

Maker profile: Pavel Bure — history, key models and current watchmaking.

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

Object Identity and Attribution

The auction catalog attributes the piece as an antique Russian wristwatch by Pavel Bure, or Paul Buhre, dating it to circa the early 20th century. The listing describes the firm as a Russian watch company founded in 1874 and supplier to His Imperial Majesty's Household since 1899.

The dial face is marked Pavel Bure in the center. The source reports that the original branded box of the manufacturer is included; however, no internal movement hallmarks, case reference numbers, or serial numbers are recorded in the auction listing to corroborate the manufacturer's pairing.

Evidence for this section

“An antique Russian wristwatch by Pavel Bure, or Paul Buhre, a Russian watch company founded in 1874, supplier to His Imperial Majesty's Household since 1899.”
“Circa the early 20th century.”
“The watch features a white enamel dial and a subdial with Arabic numerals marked Pavel Bure in the center.”
“The original branded box of the manufacturer is included.”

Dial and Case Characteristics

The wristwatch features a white enamel dial with Arabic numerals and a subdial, with visible observations noting a small subsidiary seconds dial at 6 o'clock. The round metal case has wire-style lugs and a crown positioned at 3 o'clock.

Catalog measurements indicate an approximate dial diameter of 40 mm and an approximate overall length of 10 inches. The watch is fitted with a non-original modern brown strap made of genuine leather with a silver-tone pin buckle.

Evidence for this section

“The watch features a white enamel dial and a subdial with Arabic numerals marked Pavel Bure in the center.”
“White dial with Arabic numerals and a small subsidiary seconds dial at 6 o'clock”
“Crown positioned at 3 o'clock on a round metal case with wire-style lugs”
“Dimensions: Dial D 40 mm. L 10 in. All measurements are approximate”
“The wristwatch is complemented by a non-original modern brown strap made of genuine leather.”

Condition and Accompaniments

The auctioneer reports the lot in overall good vintage condition with signs of age and wear, but explicitly notes that the watch is not working and has cracks on the dial, being offered sold as is.

The included packaging is a fitted presentation box with a red velvet recessed insert and Cyrillic manufacturer/retailer lettering printed on the inner cream lid lining. The catalog terms this the original branded box of the manufacturer, though no specific serial matching between box and watch is documented in the source.

Evidence for this section

“Overall good vintage condition. Signs of age and wear. Not working. Cracks on dial. Refer to photos. Sold As Is.”
“The original branded box of the manufacturer is included.”
“Fitted presentation box with a red velvet recessed insert and Cyrillic manufacturer/retailer lettering printed on the inner cream lid lining”

Open research questions

What specific caliber, jeweling, and maker markings are present on the internal mechanical movement?
Are there serial numbers or imperial warrant hallmarks stamped inside the caseback?
Is the case an original factory wristwatch manufacture or an early conversion from a pocket or pendant watch?
What is the complete transcription and translation of the Cyrillic text printed inside the presentation box lid?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for Pavel Bure early 20th century wristwatch with presentation box
Field	Source-reported value	Source quotation
Maker attribution	Pavel Bure, or Paul Buhre	“An antique Russian wristwatch by Pavel Bure, or Paul Buhre”
Date estimate	Circa early 20th century	“Circa the early 20th century.”
Dial description	White enamel dial with subdial and Arabic numerals	“The watch features a white enamel dial and a subdial with Arabic numerals marked Pavel Bure in the center.”
Included accessory	Original branded box	“The original branded box of the manufacturer is included.”
Strap note	Non-original modern brown leather strap	“The wristwatch is complemented by a non-original modern brown strap made of genuine leather.”
Dimensions	Dial D 40 mm, L 10 in	“Dimensions: Dial D 40 mm. L 10 in.”
Condition notes	Not working; cracks on dial	“Overall good vintage condition. Signs of age and wear. Not working. Cracks on dial.”
Auction estimate	$100 - $150	“Estimate: $100 - $150”
Buyer's premium	28.00%	“Buyer's Premium 28.00 %”
Return policy	30-day unconditional return from date of sale, buyer pays return shipping	“THIS LOT QUALIFIES FOR A 30-DAY UNCONDITIONAL RETURN FROM THE DATE OF SALE. BUYERS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR RETURN SHIPPING.”

Visible details

White dial with Arabic numerals and a small subsidiary seconds dial at 6 o'clock
Crown positioned at 3 o'clock on a round metal case with wire-style lugs
Fitted presentation box with a red velvet recessed insert and Cyrillic manufacturer/retailer lettering printed on the inner cream lid lining
Mounted on a non-original modern brown leather strap with silver-tone pin buckle

Research qualifications

Source notes the watch is not working and has cracks on the dial
Internal movement, caseback markings, and metal purity hallmarks are neither shown nor documented

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