
Ortex Quartz Pocket Watch with Snake Chain
This is a full-hunter style pocket watch featuring a gold-toned bezel and a silver-toned decorative outer case. The watch face is white with clear black Arabic numerals and the brand name 'ORTEX' printed at the 12 o'clock position, along with 'QUARTZ' above the 6. The hands are black, including a classic spade-style hour hand. The interior of the front cover displays a textured engine-turned or perlage pattern, reflecting light in a circular fashion. The watch is attached to a long, flexible silver-toned metal snake chain and a belt clip accessory. The ornate bow and crown assembly suggest a vintage-inspired aesthetic. Regarding condition, the metal surfaces show significant wear, with visible tarnishing, oxidation, and loss of plating on the gold-toned rim and the decorative silver outer case, indicating regular use and age. There are minor scratches on the crystal and metal casing. This mass-market timepiece likely dates from the late 20th century (circa 1980s-1990s) and is battery-operated, representing a functional accessory rather than a high-horology mechanical piece.
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Estimated Value
$15 - $35
Basic Information
Category
Watches & Timepieces
Appraised On
March 22, 2026
Estimated Value
$15 - $35
Item Description
This is a full-hunter style pocket watch featuring a gold-toned bezel and a silver-toned decorative outer case. The watch face is white with clear black Arabic numerals and the brand name 'ORTEX' printed at the 12 o'clock position, along with 'QUARTZ' above the 6. The hands are black, including a classic spade-style hour hand. The interior of the front cover displays a textured engine-turned or perlage pattern, reflecting light in a circular fashion. The watch is attached to a long, flexible silver-toned metal snake chain and a belt clip accessory. The ornate bow and crown assembly suggest a vintage-inspired aesthetic. Regarding condition, the metal surfaces show significant wear, with visible tarnishing, oxidation, and loss of plating on the gold-toned rim and the decorative silver outer case, indicating regular use and age. There are minor scratches on the crystal and metal casing. This mass-market timepiece likely dates from the late 20th century (circa 1980s-1990s) and is battery-operated, representing a functional accessory rather than a high-horology mechanical piece.
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