{"product_id":"mouvement-montre-mecanique-meteor-ancien-cadran-blanc-10-rubis-vintage","title":"Meteor mechanical watch movement old white dial 10 jewels vintage","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW - Antique France Worldwide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDescription\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis antique mechanical watch movement, branded Meteor, features an octagonal dial with softened angles, in a matte white finish. The legible gilded Arabic numerals are relief-applied at 12, 2, 4, 6, 8, and 10 o'clock. The center of the dial bears the inscription \"METEOR\" and \"10 RUBIS,\" indicating the presence of ten jewels in the mechanism, characteristic of quality mechanical watches. The gilded hands show visible signs of wear, enhancing the vintage charm of the piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe imposing, fluted winding crown is also gilded, with uniform wear revealing the object's age. The dial exhibits signs of aging, particularly marks and slight oxidation around the perimeter, typical of a mechanism that has endured several decades. No crystal is visible in this view, allowing direct sight of the dial and hands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis movement is presented without its case, resting on an antique carved wooden furniture piece, which highlights its function as a spare part, ideal for restoration or collection of antique movements. The irregular octagonal shape of the dial and the typography of the numerals evoke a style typical of mid-20th-century European mechanical watches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe contrast between the white of the dial, the gilded numerals, and the slightly tarnished metal creates an authentic visual appearance, reinforced by the overall patina. The absence of a case allows observation of the side of the movement, with its metallic appearance, though the exact material cannot be specified.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \"10 RUBIS\" inscription indicates that this movement uses synthetic jewels to limit friction and extend the mechanism's lifespan, a common practice in quality watches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAntique item, sold as used and in its current condition. Shows signs of wear, marks, superficial oxidation, and age-related patina. The movement is incomplete (no case or strap visible in the photo), sold as presented.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e Jewel-bearing mechanical movements, like this one, appeared in the late 19th century to improve watch precision and longevity. The Meteor brand is representative of 20th-century European watchmaking, often recognized for its robust and reliable movements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCareful packaging and fast shipping guaranteed by a professional seller specializing in antique watch parts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: mechanical watch movement, vintage watch mechanism, Meteor watch part, antique dial, watch spare part, 10 jewels, hand-wound watch, antique watchmaking, vintage dial, watch without case, antique Meteor watch, European mechanical watch\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54319434662215,"sku":"bd4fa57a-0019-4e17-b92e-3cff72bcdfa9","price":10.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/s-l1600_1611d043-6ff3-4814-805f-73ecc31a82ba.jpg?v=1783663797","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/mouvement-montre-mecanique-meteor-ancien-cadran-blanc-10-rubis-vintage","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}