Vintage Buwac 17 Jewels Antimagnetic Secret Watch

This is a vintage ladies' cocktail watch, often referred to as a 'secret watch' due to the hinged decorative cover that conceals the dial. The piece features a square dial signed 'BUWAC 17 JEWELS ANTIMAGNETIC SWISS.' The dial is white or light silver with rose gold-tone Arabic numerals and indices, and matching leaf-style hands. The case and integrated bracelet appear to be made of a base metal with silver-tone plating, possibly rhodium or chrome. The lugs and top of the bracelet are elaborately styled with a textured finish and set with four small, clear accent stones (possibly rhinestones or crystals) near the hinge mechanism. The hinge is a spring-loaded design, typical of Art Deco or mid-century styles (circa 1940s-1950s). Condition-wise, the watch shows significant signs of age and wear; there is heavy tarnish and oxidation on the underside of the flip-cover, and the plating is worn thin in several areas, exposing the base metal beneath. The accent stones appear clouded or yellowed due to age. The crystal shows minor scratches, and the dial has slight spotting. The winding crown is present on the right side. This item represents a mid-market Swiss mechanical timepiece from the mid-20th century, valuing aesthetic fashion as much as horological precision.