{"product_id":"montre-gousset-lip-ancienne-metal-argente-cadran-24h-petite-seconde","title":"Antique Lip pocket watch, silver-plated metal, 24-hour dial, small seconds","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW - Antique France Worldwide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOld Lip pocket watch, with silver-plated metal case and signed white dial, featuring a small seconds hand at 6 o'clock and an elegant 12\/24 hour dual graduation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDescription\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLip pocket watch, presented in a round metal case with a silver finish, with a pendant, bow, and fluted crown. The white dial bears the \u003cb\u003eLip\u003c\/b\u003e signature, black Arabic numerals for the hours, and an outer red 24-hour graduation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe dial composition is typical of classic pocket watches: railroad minute track, dark hands, subsidiary small seconds at 6 o'clock. The domed back cover and gilded interior offer an interesting patina contrast, highlighting the antique character of the piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eContext\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLip holds an important place in French watchmaking, particularly in Besançon, a major historical center of watch production. This pocket watch is part of the tradition of pocket watches from the first half of the 20th century, with a clear, functional, and sober readability, intended for daily use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed antique item, sold as is. The watch is stated as functional. The case shows a patina of use, with rubbing, small marks, scratches, and oxidation consistent with age. The dial shows visible traces, notably a missing piece\/chip in the 1-2 numeral area and some surface marks. Timekeeping accuracy and service history are not guaranteed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAFW takes particular care in the preparation and protection of antique items. Appropriate packaging, professional shipping, and rigorous tracking to preserve the integrity of the piece during transit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: [Old watch ? Lip pocket watch small functional dial from the Lip brand]\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54220646121799,"sku":"50093-73dd765f-1774-4e8a-b8cc-0ac559ca3a13-PA20.00","price":48.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/1_06b5129f-1c19-46b9-ba9c-f88533c7807e.jpg?v=1782289005","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/montre-gousset-lip-ancienne-metal-argente-cadran-24h-petite-seconde","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}