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Tissot Pontiac Commemorative Watch

Partially verified

This Tissot timepiece, identified as the Pontiac model, dates to the 1960s and is noted for its association with the Pontiac company. The silver-tone dial is set with applied hour markers and utilizes tritium luminous material for low-light visibility. The hands are of the dauphine style, also treated with luminous material to assist in time reading. A prominent detail of this specific watch is the Pontiac company logo, which is placed on the dial, signifying its status as a commemorative gift for a staff member marking twenty years of service. The case back bears additional engravings detailing the context of this organizational award. The watch is accompanied by its original hangtags, suggesting a preserved condition.

Front view of the Tissot Pontiac commemorative watch featuring the Pontiac logo on the dial.
Front view of the Tissot Pontiac commemorative watch featuring the Pontiac logo on the dial. — Zamanito. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
zamanito.com
Category
Wristwatch · Manual-wind wristwatch
Maker / attribution
Tissot
Reference
Not recorded
Catalogue / lot identifier
Source URL identifies the listing
Source-reported date
circa 1960s
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

Case and Dial

The watch is housed in a stainless steel case that follows the aesthetic norms of the 1960s. The design is characterized by a minimalist appearance, emphasizing the metallic finish of the material. A winding crown embossed with the Tissot logo is positioned on the right side of the case band.

The dial is configured with applied hour markers that provide depth to the face. The hands are executed in the classic dauphine style and feature a luminous coating, as do the markers, to ensure legibility. A distinctive Pontiac company logo is integrated into the dial layout near the 6 o'clock index, distinguishing this piece from standard production models.

Evidence for this section
  • “بدنه این ساعت با ظرافت تمام از فولاد ضدزنگ ساخته شده است”
  • “صفحه ساعت دارای نشانگرهای عدد به صورت برجسته (applique numerals) است”
  • “عقربه‌های این مدل از نوع کلاسیک 'dauphine' هستند که با لایه‌ای درخشان پوشانده شده‌اند”
  • “لوگوی اختصاصی این شرکت بر روی صفحه ساعت حک شده”

Provenance and Commemoration

The specific purpose of this timepiece is confirmed by the presence of the corporate logo on the dial, which serves as the primary identifier of its unique origin.

The case back of the watch is engraved, providing further confirmation of the history associated with this organizational presentation. The inclusion of the original hangtags further suggests a level of preservation that is rare for items of this nature.

Evidence for this section
  • “هدیه‌ای برای ۲۰ سال خدمت یکی از کارکنان شرکت Pontiac”
  • “لوگوی اختصاصی این شرکت بر روی صفحه ساعت حک شده”
  • “پشت بدنه این ساعت شامل حکاکی‌های اختصاصی است که تاریخچه و داستان پشت این هدیه سازمانی را تایید می‌کند”
  • “تمامی برچسب‌های آویزان (hangtags) آن همچنان به ساعت متصل هستند”

Condition and Authenticity

The watch is described as being in an exceptionally well-preserved condition, evidenced by the fact that the original factory hangtags remain attached. This state of preservation allows for an assessment of its original appearance, aligning with the descriptions provided regarding its materials and design intent.

The auction description reports that the historical and provenance-related details are linked to the corporate gift context. It is noted that the information provided regarding the object's origin and history is attributed to the source and has not undergone independent verification regarding the authenticity of the modifications or the historical claims made about the watch's presentation history.

Evidence for this section
  • “این ساعت در وضعیت بسیار خاصی قرار دارد و تمامی برچسب‌های آویزان (hangtags) آن همچنان به ساعت متصل هستند”
  • “این اطلاعات و سابقه به منبع نسبت داده می‌شوند و تأیید مستقل اصالت یا کارکرد توسط زمانیتو نیستند”

Open research questions

  • What is the specific movement caliber used in this reference?
  • Are there archival records from Pontiac confirming the issuance of such watches to employees?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for Tissot Pontiac Commemorative Watch
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
MakerTissot“برند: Tissot”
Date1960s“این ساعت Tissot متعلق به دهه ۱۹۶۰ میلادی است”
Case materialStainless steel“بدنه این ساعت با ظرافت تمام از فولاد ضدزنگ ساخته شده است”
HandsDauphine luminous“عقربه‌های این مدل از نوع کلاسیک 'dauphine' هستند که با لایه‌ای درخشان پوشانده شده‌اند”
Dial detailApplied numerals“صفحه ساعت دارای نشانگرهای عدد به صورت برجسته (applique numerals) است”
ProvenancePontiac 20-year service gift“این مدل به عنوان هدیه‌ای برای ۲۰ سال خدمت یکی از کارکنان شرکت Pontiac تقدیم شده است”
AccessoriesOriginal hangtags“تمامی برچسب‌های آویزان (hangtags) آن همچنان به ساعت متصل هستند”

Visible details

  • Applied hour markers on the dial
  • Dauphine-style hands with luminous material
  • Pontiac company logo printed on the dial at the 6 o'clock position
  • Tissot logo on the winding crown

Research qualifications

  • The exact year of production within the 1960s is not specified
  • The specific mechanical movement caliber is not detailed in the source

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

Consulted source

ساعت Tissot مدل Pontiac

Reviewed 2026-11-02 · Record 5a747b44dc

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