Vintage Lido Open-Face Pocket Watch
This is a vintage open-face pocket watch featuring a white dial marked with the brand name 'LIDO' below the 12 o'clock position. The timepiece showcases stylized black Arabic numerals for the hour markers and a minute track along the outer perimeter. The hands appear to be a dark metallic finish, possibly blued steel or oxidized copper, with a decorative spade hour hand and a thin sweep second hand. The case is constructed from a darkened metal, likely silver or a base metal with significant oxidation, featuring an ornamental coin-edge or fluted bezel. A gold-toned or brass onion-shaped crown is positioned at the top, accompanied by a small protrusion that may serve as a lever-set or pusher mechanism. The watch dial exhibits significant stippling and foxing throughout, indicating age-related moisture exposure or deterioration of the underlying material. There is visible wear and a heavy patina on the case, with some possible loss of plating or finish on the bezel edges. Based on the typography and overall design, this piece likely dates from the early 20th century, approximately 1900-1930. The craftsmanship appears to be of standard utility grade for the period, intended for daily use.
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Estimated Value
$45.00-$85.00
Basic Information
Category
Horology / Antique Timepieces
Appraised On
January 21, 2026
Estimated Value
$45.00-$85.00
Item Description
This is a vintage open-face pocket watch featuring a white dial marked with the brand name 'LIDO' below the 12 o'clock position. The timepiece showcases stylized black Arabic numerals for the hour markers and a minute track along the outer perimeter. The hands appear to be a dark metallic finish, possibly blued steel or oxidized copper, with a decorative spade hour hand and a thin sweep second hand. The case is constructed from a darkened metal, likely silver or a base metal with significant oxidation, featuring an ornamental coin-edge or fluted bezel. A gold-toned or brass onion-shaped crown is positioned at the top, accompanied by a small protrusion that may serve as a lever-set or pusher mechanism. The watch dial exhibits significant stippling and foxing throughout, indicating age-related moisture exposure or deterioration of the underlying material. There is visible wear and a heavy patina on the case, with some possible loss of plating or finish on the bezel edges. Based on the typography and overall design, this piece likely dates from the early 20th century, approximately 1900-1930. The craftsmanship appears to be of standard utility grade for the period, intended for daily use.
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