Antique US President Award 18k Gold & Enamel A.Kaiser Jump-Hour Pocket Watch

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Presented for your consideration is one of the most significant digital-display pocket watches we have encountered. This is an original "Systeme A. Kaiser" patent jump-hour, housed in a monumental 18k gold case specifically commissioned for the American market.

Unlike a traditional analog watch, this timepiece features a "digital" display on a pristine white porcelain enamel dial.

• Top Aperture: Instantaneous Jump-Hour window.

• Center Aperture: Rotating Minutes disc.

• Bottom Sub-dial: Subsidiary seconds with a blued steel hand.

• The dial is elegantly decorated with a hand-painted floral gold-leaf garland and signed "Patent - Systeme A. Kaiser."

The case is an absolute masterpiece of weight and artistry.

• The Enamel: The reverse features a high-fired, polychrome enamel medallion depicting the Great Seal of the United States. The eagle, shield, and "E Pluribus Unum" banner are rendered in breathtaking detail against a deep cobalt blue background.

• The Engraving: The enamel is framed by a deeply chased, high-relief floral and scrollwork border.

• The Build: At 136 grams and 20mm thick, this is an "oversize" specimen. It features a robust screw-back design, ensuring the movement was well-protected—a hallmark of high-grade pieces intended for the US market.

• Movement: The mechanical movement is in perfect working order. The hour "jumps" crisply at the top of the hour.

• Aesthetics: The 18k gold case shows only the lightest signs of historical wear, consistent with age. No major dents or deep scratches. The enamel is remarkably preserved with vibrant colors.

• Box: Includes the original period-correct leatherette and purple velvet presentation case.

Jump-hour watches from the late 19th century represent the "avant-garde" of Victorian horology. To find a Kaiser patent watch in 18k gold (most were silver or gold-fill) and featuring the U.S. Presidential Seal/Great Seal suggests a piece of high-level provenance, likely intended as a prestigious gift or diplomatic award.

• Fully Insured Shipping: Sent via DHL with signature required.

• Professional Packaging: Doubled-boxed to ensure the safety of both the watch and the original presentation box.

The watch comes with an APPRAISAL CERTIFICATE FOR $35,000.00

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