Vintage old SUJA Swiss mechanical Roman dial watch for restoration

AFW - Antique France Worldwide

Description

This item is an antique mechanical watch dial from the SUJA brand, identifiable by the inscription “SUJA Suisse” and “SWISS” visible on the front. The oval dial, with a patinated white surface, features a classic display of clearly legible black Roman numerals, typical of traditional Swiss watches. The winding crown is positioned on the right side, with a golden finish and a dark blue cabochon at the end, a characteristic detail of antique mechanical watches.

The dial surface shows numerous signs of wear, scratches, and material loss, with several visible chips particularly around XII, VI, and III. The gray patina and oxidation marks attest to prolonged use and exposure to air, giving the whole an authentically vintage appearance. The hands, black and of a sober style, are present, but the small hand appears to be the only one still attached; the large hand is missing.

The perimeter of the dial features a thin metal bezel, worn and slightly pitted, with no indication of the precise material. No other mechanical elements (movement, case back, or internal mechanism) are visible in this view, as the photo only shows the front of the dial and the winding crown.

The typography of the Roman numerals and the overall aesthetic suggest a manufacturing date probably from the first half of the 20th century, in the tradition of Swiss pocket watches. The object is displayed on a floral-patterned stand, in a context evoking antiquity and authenticity.

This antique SUJA Swiss watch, to be restored, is intended for those looking for an authentic vintage mechanical dial, with its clearly visible marks of time. It can serve as a basis for watch restoration or as a vintage decorative piece.

Condition

Used item sold as is, for restoration. Marked general wear, scratches, chips, material loss, and visible patina. Missing minute hand. No guarantee of function. Only the front is visible and described; no internal mechanism or back is shown in the photo.

Did you know? Swiss watches bearing the mention “Swiss” on the dial met quality and origin criteria regulated from the early 20th century. SUJA was one of many Swiss brands that produced mechanical watches between the 1920s and 1960s, during a period when the Swiss watch industry dominated the global market thanks to the precision and reliability of its movements.

Professional Reassurance

Careful and fast shipping, packaging adapted to the fragility of the object. Professional seller specializing in antique and vintage items.

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