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Rare A. Golay-leresche Geneve 18k Gold Victorian Half Hunter Watch 1870/80s
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Rare A. Golay-leresche Geneve 18k Gold Victorian Half Hunter Watch 1870/80s

19th century
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This is an antique 18-carat gold half-hunter pocket watch by the esteemed Swiss watchmakers A. Golay-Leresche & Fils, Geneva.

The case is a plain, highly polished gold half-hunter configuration, allowing partial viewing of the dial when closed. The hinged case back features an intricate, hand-engraved monogram with the dominant initial 'CB'. Inside the back cover, official Swiss hallmarks are visible, including the Helvetia head stamp, certifying the 18ct (750 standard) gold purity.

The case serial number, 16732, is engraved both on the inner cover and the movement plate. The white enamel dial features a crisp black outer minute track, blue Roman numerals for the hours, and elegant blued-steel Breguet-style hands.

A functional subsidiary seconds dial is located at the 6 o'clock position. The watch operates via a jeweled mechanical, keyless lever movement wound by the crown at the 3 o'clock position.

The gilded movement plate shows the 'A. Golay-Leresche & Fils, Geneve' inscription. The watch dates to the late 19th century, circa the 1870s to 1880s.

Approximate Dimensions & Weight:

37mm

47 grams

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Bushells Antiques has dated this Gold Half Hunter Watch to the 19th Century.

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Description
This is an antique 18-carat gold half-hunter pocket watch by the esteemed Swiss watchmakers A. Golay-Leresche & Fils, Geneva.
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The case is a plain, highly polished gold half-hunter configuration, allowing partial viewing of the dial when closed.
Bushells Antiques

The hinged case back features an intricate, hand-engraved monogram with the dominant initial 'CB'. Inside the back cover, official Swiss hallmarks are visible, including the Helvetia head stamp, certifying the 18ct (750 standard) gold purity.

fig 1. A Victorian 18k yellow gold half hunter pocket watch featuring dark enamelled Roman numerals around a central circular aperture.
fig 1. Rare A. Golay-leresche Geneve 18k Gold Victorian Half Hunter Watch 1870/80s

The case serial number, 16732, is engraved both on the inner cover and the movement plate. The white enamel dial features a crisp black outer minute track, blue Roman numerals for the hours, and elegant blued-steel Breguet-style hands.

fig 2. A Victorian 18k yellow gold half hunter pocket watch featuring dark enamelled Roman numerals around a central circular aperture.
fig 2. Rare A. Golay-leresche Geneve 18k Gold Victorian Half Hunter Watch 1870/80s

A functional subsidiary seconds dial is located at the 6 o'clock position. The watch operates via a jeweled mechanical, keyless lever movement wound by the crown at the 3 o'clock position.

The gilded movement plate shows the 'A. Golay-Leresche & Fils, Geneve' inscription. The watch dates to the late 19th century, circa the 1870s to 1880s.

Approximate Dimensions & Weight:

37mm

47 grams

Date of Manufacture

Bushells Antiques has dated this Gold Half Hunter Watch to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1195882
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A Victorian 18k yellow gold half hunter pocket watch featuring dark enamelled Roman numerals around a central circular aperture.
Rare A. Golay-Leresche Geneve 18k Gold Victorian Half Hunter Watch 1870/80s
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A Victorian 18k yellow gold half hunter pocket watch featuring dark enamelled Roman numerals around a central circular aperture.
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  • ObjectPocket Watches
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • Material18k Gold, Glass, Enamel
  • ColourGold
  • MotifsHalf hunter aperture, enamelled Roman numerals, polished case, top winding crown

This Victorian pocket watch is an antique 18-carat yellow gold half-hunter timepiece originating from the 1870s to 1880s, made by the Swiss makers A. Golay-Leresche & Fils, Geneva. The smooth polished gold case has a circular aperture on the front cover surrounded by large dark Roman numerals, while a top winding crown with a circular hanging ring sits at the twelve o'clock position. The inner white enamel dial displays a fine minute track, slender dark hands, and a subsidiary seconds sub-dial at the six o'clock position. Measuring 37mm in diameter, this gentleman's library accessory serves as a decorative display piece or a collectable horological item for display on a desk, shelf or within a cabinet in a study or living space today.

A half hunter pocket watch, also known as a demi-hunter, is a protective watch case design featuring a central glass window on the front cover. This aperture allows the wearer to read the time via exterior enamelled hour markings without needing to open the case.

Victorian pocket watches were frequently constructed with cases made from solid gold, silver, or rolled gold plate. The dials were typically executed in kiln-fired enamel with hand-painted numerals, paired with blue steel hands and mechanical lever movements.

Authenticity can be verified by examining makers stamps, serial numbers, and gold purity hallmarks inside the case backs. Authentic Swiss timepieces from reputable makers feature precise movement finishing, crisp enamel work, and correct period hallmarks.

Antique pocket watches can be worn traditionally attached to an Albert chain in a waistcoat pocket or jacket lapel. For interior display, horology collectors often present them under glass cloches or mounted on specialised pocket watch stands.

A mechanical pocket watch should be wound gently once daily without forcing the crown. The internal movement requires professional cleaning and re-oiling every three to five years, while the gold case should only be wiped with a clean microfiber cloth.
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