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Wristwatch · Analog wristwatch

Wristwatch for the 25th service anniversary

Partially verified

The wristwatch, held by the Montanhistorisches Dokumentationszentrum, is a commemorative piece presented to a miner for a 25th service anniversary. The watch features an analog dial marked with numbers 1 through 12 in a gold tone against a light background, with dots indicating the minutes. It is equipped with gold-colored hour, minute, and second hands, and the dial is protected by a glass crystal. The case, measuring 31 mm in diameter, is gold-colored and features a crown on the right side. The back of the case bears a "hammer and pick" symbol. The watch is fitted with a flexible, clasp-less strap, measuring 135 mm in length and 15 mm in width, which features a checkered gold-colored pattern on its upper surface. The total length of the piece including the strap is 172 mm. Construction materials are recorded as stainless steel and gold.

The wristwatch, viewed from above, displays an analog dial and a flexible patterned strap.
The wristwatch, viewed from above, displays an analog dial and a flexible patterned strap. — Montanhistorisches Dokumentationszentrum via Europeana. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
orbiscollectibles.com
Category
Wristwatch · Analog wristwatch
Maker / attribution
Not established
Reference
Not recorded
Catalogue / lot identifier
/1043/item_ZWDHW7GJKL7KU3KSPQNGIYVAAL4JKNYB
Source-reported date
Not established
Source-reported place
Germany

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 wristwatch is designed with an analog dial featuring numerals from 1 to 12. The dial has a light base color, contrasted by gold-toned numbers and minute markers represented by dots. The time is indicated by gold-colored hour, minute, and second hands. The dial assembly is protected by a glass covering.

The case of the watch measures 31 mm in diameter, with a height of 7 mm and a width of 33 mm. It features a crown positioned on the right side. The reverse of the watch case includes a symbol depicting a "hammer and pick," which is associated with mining. The watch is constructed using stainless steel and gold, and the holding institution notes that the gold application on the watch is a specialized mechanical process.

Evidence for this section
  • “The dial is kept light, the numbers in a gold tone. Around the numbers are dots indicating the minutes.”
  • “On the back of the watch is a "hammer and pick" symbol.”
  • “Durchmesser: 31 mm (Dm = Gehäuse des Ziffernblatts.”
  • “According to the inscription, the watch is gold-plated using a special mechanical process.”

Strap and Attachment

The watch is equipped with a flexible, clasp-less strap that attaches directly to the underside of the watch. The strap measures 135 mm in length and 15 mm in width. The outer surface of the strap is decorated with a distinctive checkered pattern in a gold-colored finish.

When the watch and strap are measured together, the total length of the object is 172 mm. The flexibility of the strap design allows for it to be worn without a conventional mechanical clasp, fitting the physical dimensions of the timepiece.

Evidence for this section
  • “A checkered pattern in gold color can be seen on the top of the strap. The strap itself is very flexible and has no clasp.”
  • “It is attached to the underside of the watch.”
  • “Länge der Uhr mit Armband: 172 mm, Länge, Breite des Armbandes:135 mm, 15 mm”

Provenance and Purpose

The wristwatch was originally presented to an individual miner to commemorate the completion of 25 years of service. It is currently part of the collection at the Montanhistorisches Dokumentationszentrum in Germany.

The piece is identified through the Europeana database as a commemorative object reflecting industrial or labor-related recognition. While the institution provides dimensions and material details, the broader context of the manufacturing date and the specific maker remain subjects for future research.

Evidence for this section
  • “The watch was presented to a miner for his 25th service anniversary.”
  • “Wristwatch for the 25th service anniversary is held by Montanhistorisches Dokumentationszentrum (Germany).”

Open research questions

  • Who was the original manufacturer of this commemorative wristwatch?
  • In what year or date range were these specific anniversary watches produced for the Montanhistorisches Dokumentationszentrum?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for Wristwatch for the 25th service anniversary
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
Holding InstitutionMontanhistorisches Dokumentationszentrum“Wristwatch for the 25th service anniversary is held by Montanhistorisches Dokumentationszentrum (Germany).”
MaterialStainless steel and gold“format: stainless steel, gold (material).”
Case Diameter31 mm“Durchmesser: 31 mm”
Total Length172 mm“Länge der Uhr mit Armband: 172 mm”
Case Back MarkingsHammer and pick symbol“On the back of the watch is a "hammer and pick" symbol.”
Dial DescriptionLight dial with gold-tone numbers and minute markers“The dial is kept light, the numbers in a gold tone. Around the numbers are dots indicating the minutes.”

Visible details

  • Analog dial with numerals 1-12 in gold tone
  • Flexible strap with checkered gold-colored pattern
  • Hammer and pick symbol on case back

Research qualifications

  • Maker is not identified in the provided documentation
  • Specific manufacturing date is not provided

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

Consulted source

Wristwatch for the 25th service anniversary

Reviewed 2026-11-02 · Record fe12272d82

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