Antique Omega Pocket Watch – Meiji Era Japanese Imperial Commemorative

Offered for sale is a rare and historically significant Omega pocket watch manufactured for the Japanese market to commemorate the rule of Emperor Meiji (1867–1912). This exceptional timepiece features a porcelain dial adorned with a hand-painted portrait of Emperor Meiji and the Imperial Japanese chrysanthemum crest, symbolizing the era of Japan’s modernization and emergence on the global stage. The watch is housed in a stainless steel case (Omega Watch Co., ref. 1211740) and remains in mint condition with minimal signs of wear. The movement is the Omega caliber 960, marked “Seventeen 17 Jewels,” “Unadjusted,” and “Swiss Made,” bearing serial number 47129228, dating the watch to the late 1940s–early 1950s production.

Features

• Maker: Omega Watch Co., Switzerland
• Model: Japanese Imperial Commemorative Pocket Watch
• Movement: Omega Cal. 960, 17 jewels, manual wind, Swiss Made
• Case Material: Stainless Steel
• Case Diameter: approx. 47 mm (as shown in caliper measurement)
• Dial: Porcelain with Roman numerals, portrait of Emperor Meiji, Imperial crest
• Condition: Mint condition, original components, no cracks on dial, crisp engravings
• Working Order: Perfect mechanical performance, keeping accurate time

Historical Significance

This watch was produced by Omega specifically for the Japanese market as a commemorative piece celebrating the legacy of Emperor Meiji, under whose reign Japan underwent rapid modernization and industrialization. Such watches were often presented to officials, dignitaries, or as special awards during the early 20th century. The combination of Swiss precision and Japanese imperial symbolism makes this piece highly collectible and historically valuable.

Additional Details

• Case back signed: Omega Watch Co., Fab. Suisse, Swiss Made
• Inside cover marked with Omega logo and reference number 1211740
• Movement signed: Omega Swiss, with serial and caliber numbers
• Recently serviced and in excellent running condition

Shipping & Returns

• Worldwide shipping with full insurance.
• Will be carefully packed to ensure safe arrival.
• Returns accepted if not as described.

💎 Don’t miss this opportunity to own a rare piece of horological and Japanese imperial history!

It comes with an APPRAISAL CERTIFICATE FOR $2000