Antique 1890s Jewish Hebrew Dial Pocket Watch Moeri Repousse Jerusalem 50mm Mint

Presenting an exceptional and highly collectible antique Jewish pocket watch dating to the 1890s. This remarkable 50mm timepiece is a profound historical artifact, featuring a striking Hebrew character dial encircled by a hand-detailed cityscape of Jerusalem. Coupled with a magnificent high-relief repoussé case and a high-grade Swiss movement by M. Moeri, this watch is preserved in perfect, museum-grade condition.

Historical Context: Produced during the late 19th century, this timepiece perfectly captures the spirit of the early Zionist movement and the First Aliyah (1882–1903). During this era, Jewish pioneers established early agricultural settlements (moshavot) in the Holy Land. The repoussé case back beautifully commemorates this agricultural awakening, depicting a detailed, raised-relief scene of a man and a boy plowing the land alongside a dog. Combined with the panoramic dial depicting the architecture of the Old City of Jerusalem, this watch served as both a precision instrument and a powerful symbol of heritage and the pioneering return to the land.

The Dial:

• Design: Flawless white dial featuring a warm, hand-colored architectural border depicting the domes, walls, and towers of Jerusalem.

• Numerals: Distinctive red Hebrew characters serving as the hour markers (Aleph, Bet, Gimel, etc.), offering excellent contrast.

• Sub-Seconds: A sunken subsidiary seconds dial at the 6 o’clock position, also utilizing red Hebrew numerals.

• Hands: Original, highly ornate gilt Louis XIV-style hands that add a touch of early elegance.

The Case:

• Dimensions: A substantial 50mm in diameter, offering excellent weight and a commanding presence.

• Case Back: A masterful repoussé (raised relief) panel displaying an intricate agricultural plowing scene with exceptional depth and crisp detailing that has not been worn down by time.

• Mid-Case: Features a finely machined coin-edge/fluted perimeter, providing better grip and a refined aesthetic.

The Movement:

• Maker: High-grade original Swiss mechanical manual-wind movement by prominent watchmaker Fritz Moeri (signed “M. MOERI”).

• Markings: The movement bridges are crisply engraved with “BREVETÉ S.G.D.G.” (French patent designation), “DÉPOSÉ”, and “NON MAGNETIC”.

• Condition: The brass-finished movement is bright, exceptionally clean, and features a beautifully engraved balance cock. It runs smoothly and keeps accurate time.

Condition Report: This historic timepiece is in perfect antique condition. The complex dial shows no visible hairlines, fading, or chips. The repoussé case retains its full three-dimensional relief without the typical flattening seen on watches of this age. The hinges are tight, the case closes securely, and the coin edge is sharp. The M. Moeri movement winds smoothly, sets correctly, and functions exactly as intended.

Please carefully review all high-resolution photographs as they are an integral part of the description. This is a rare opportunity to acquire a pristine piece of late-19th-century Jewish and horological history.

Shipping & Handling: Item will be securely double-boxed and packaged with the utmost care to ensure the safe transit of the antique mechanical movement and delicate repoussé case. Ships worldwide with fully tracked and insured express delivery.

• It comes with an APPRAISAL CERTIFICATE FOR $2700