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1957 Eterna-matic 14k Gold Wristwatch
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for sale €1,609     $1,746
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1957 Eterna-matic 14k Gold Wristwatch

1940 - 1960
Description

A 1957 Eterna-Matic wristwatch in solid 14K gold.A matte silvered dial in practically immaculate condition. Applied gilt hour markers, indicated by gilt 'Dauphine' hands. The outer minute track is accented with individual applied dots, backed at each hour by a lume dot. A date aperture with a gilt frame at 3 o'clock.

The watch case is made of solid 14K gold and has been wonderfully preserved. It has retained its original unpolished finish, with minimal signs of wear. Following through with the complete originality, the watch has kept its original 'glass', signed winding crown, lug pins and, remarkably, the signed leather strap and gold-plated buckle. A true example of the preservation of a prized possession.

A 17-jewel Eterna calibre 1249 series automatic winding mechanism. A typically well-finished mechanism, signed on the bridge and visible through the rotor.

Case width 33mm

Case height 41mm

Case depth 11mm

From Kembery Watches you can expect a genuine wristwatch supplied with a presentation box that is in full working order and sold with 12 months guarantee. Free UK tracked, insured and signed for delivery on a day of your choice, for International deliveries please contact us for a quote. If you have any questions regarding our watches please call us or email us and we will be happy to help you. We can Facetime/Whatsapp video and show you in more detail.

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Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd has dated this Eterna Matic Gold Wristwatch to the 1950s.

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SA1241571
Description
A 1957 Eterna-Matic wristwatch in solid 14K gold.A matte silvered dial in practically immaculate condition. Applied gilt hour markers, indicated by gilt 'Dauphine' hands. The outer minute track is accented with individual applied dots, backed at each hour by a lume dot. A date aperture with a gilt frame at 3 o'clock.

The watch case is made of solid 14K gold and has been wonderfully preserved. It has retained its original unpolished finish, with minimal signs of wear.

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Following through with the complete originality, the watch has kept its original 'glass', signed winding crown, lug pins and, remarkably, the signed leather strap and gold-plated buckle.
Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd

A true example of the preservation of a prized possession.

fig 1. A 1957 Eterna-Matic 14K gold wristwatch with an off-white dial, date display window at three oclock, gold baton indices, and a black leather strap.
fig 1. 1957 Eterna-matic 14k Gold Wristwatch

A 17-jewel Eterna calibre 1249 series automatic winding mechanism. A typically well-finished mechanism, signed on the bridge and visible through the rotor.

Case width 33mm

Case height 41mm

Case depth 11mm

fig 2. A 1957 Eterna-Matic 14K gold wristwatch with an off-white dial, date display window at three oclock, gold baton indices, and a black leather strap.
fig 2. 1957 Eterna-matic 14k Gold Wristwatch

From Kembery Watches you can expect a genuine wristwatch supplied with a presentation box that is in full working order and sold with 12 months guarantee. Free UK tracked, insured and signed for delivery on a day of your choice, for International deliveries please contact us for a quote. If you have any questions regarding our watches please call us or email us and we will be happy to help you. We can Facetime/Whatsapp video and show you in more detail.

Date of Manufacture

Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd has dated this Eterna Matic Gold Wristwatch to the 1950s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1241571
Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd
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Archive I A 1957 Eterna-Matic 14K gold wristwatch with an off-white dial, date display window at three oclock, gold baton indices, and a black leather strap.

1957 Eterna-matic 14k Gold Wristwatch

Archive II A 1957 Eterna-Matic 14K gold wristwatch with an off-white dial, date display window at three oclock, gold baton indices, and a black leather strap. View II
Archive III A 1957 Eterna-Matic 14K gold wristwatch with an off-white dial, date display window at three oclock, gold baton indices, and a black leather strap. View III
Archive IV A 1957 Eterna-Matic 14K gold wristwatch with an off-white dial, date display window at three oclock, gold baton indices, and a black leather strap. View IV
Archive V A 1957 Eterna-Matic 14K gold wristwatch with an off-white dial, date display window at three oclock, gold baton indices, and a black leather strap. View V
Archive VI A 1957 Eterna-Matic 14K gold wristwatch with an off-white dial, date display window at three oclock, gold baton indices, and a black leather strap. View VI
Archive VII A 1957 Eterna-Matic 14K gold wristwatch with an off-white dial, date display window at three oclock, gold baton indices, and a black leather strap. View VII
Archive VIII A 1957 Eterna-Matic 14K gold wristwatch with an off-white dial, date display window at three oclock, gold baton indices, and a black leather strap. View VIII
Archive IX A 1957 Eterna-Matic 14K gold wristwatch with an off-white dial, date display window at three oclock, gold baton indices, and a black leather strap. View IX
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Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd

Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd
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A 1957 Eterna-Matic 14K gold wristwatch with an off-white dial, date display window at three oclock, gold baton indices, and a black leather strap.
1957 Eterna-Matic 14K Gold Wristwatch
Ref: SA1241571
A 1957 Eterna-Matic 14K gold wristwatch with an off-white dial, date display window at three oclock, gold baton indices, and a black leather strap.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectWristwatches
  • Period1940 - 1960
  • StyleMid-Century Modern
  • Material14K Gold, Leather, Acrylic
  • ColourGold, Black, Off-White
  • MotifsBaton indices, Date window, Round gold case, Leather strap

This 1950s Eterna-Matic wristwatch exhibits a Mid-Century Modern style in solid 14K gold, leather and acrylic, featuring an off-white dial, a round gold case and a black strap. The circular watch face includes gold baton indices, a date window at three o'clock and gold hands, housed within a polished metal bezel. Attached to the top and bottom lugs is a textured black leather band secured with a matching metal buckle. A knurled winding crown projects from the right side of the case, while the acrylic crystal covers the dial and the upper strap connects via visible metal pins. Designed for personal wear, this accessory sits comfortably on the wrist and serves as a functional timepiece for daily use or formal occasions. The compact scale measures 33 cm in case width, 41 cm in case height and 11 cm in case depth, making it suitable for modern wardrobes seeking a classic mid-century aesthetic.

FAQs

Introduced in 1948, the Eterna-Matic movement incorporated five ball bearings to support the winding rotor, which reduced friction and became a defining milestone in automatic watchmaking history.

Mid-century Swiss timepieces frequently feature solid 14k or 18k gold cases, acrylic crystals, brass movement plates, and genuine leather wrist straps.

Authentic pieces display the five-dot ball bearing logo on the dial, correct manufacturer hallmarks inside the case back, and corresponding movement reference numbers.

As a personal accessory, a vintage dress watch is best displayed on a valet tray, inside a glass-topped watch box, or worn as a classic accent to tailored attire.

Mechanical wristwatches require professional movement servicing every three to five years and should be kept away from water, extreme temperatures, and strong magnetic fields.
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