EXQUISITE c.1900 Art Nouveau Hebdomas 8-Day Pocket Watch – Tsar Nicholas II

Presenting a museum-grade, historically significant timepiece crafted at the turn of the 20th century. This exceptionally rare Hebdomas 8-day pocket watch was specially commissioned for the Royal Court of Tsar Nicholas II. Timepieces bearing the personal Imperial monogram were often presented as noble gifts or high-ranking awards within the Emperor’s inner circle. Surviving examples of this caliber, uniting the technical ingenuity of an extended 8-day power reserve with such direct Imperial provenance, are virtually unprocurable on the open market.

Detailed Specifications

The Dial 

• Design: The striking white enamel dial features a stylized inner gold-toned ring and is distinctly adorned at the 12 o’clock position with the personal red royal monogram of Tsar Nicholas II.

• Numerals: Time is indicated by clear, highly legible black Arabic numerals, perfectly preserving the balance of the dial.

• Signatures: The dial is flanked by the inscriptions “8 JOURS” and “JUBIDOS,” elegantly framed by subtle gold foliate accents.

• Exposed Escapement : The lower portion of the dial reveals the watch’s beating heart—the signature Hebdomas open balance wheel. The escapement is secured by a magnificent, richly hand-engraved gilt balance bridge, contrasting beautifully against the silvered case.

The Case 

• Dimensions: A substantial and commanding 50mm in diameter.

• Material & Hallmarks: The inner case back is clearly stamped with the maker’s mark and “DEPOSE ARGENTAN” , denoting a high-quality silvered/nickel-silver alloy standard for robust timepieces of this era.

• Engraving: The exterior case back boasts a breathtaking, deeply chased Art Nouveau motif. The sweeping floral and foliate engravings are remarkably crisp, exhibiting the highest level of period craftsmanship.

The Movement 

• Mechanics: The watch is powered by a robust 8-day mechanical movement. True to the patented design, the massive mainspring barrel covers the entire back of the movement.

• Engravings: The barrel cover is elaborately decorated and signed with impressive horological specifications: “SPIRAL BREGUET LEVEES VISIBLES”, “8 JOURS”, “JUBIDOS”, and “ANCRE QUALITE SUPERIEURE”. The exposed winding gearing edges the perimeter of the movement perfectly.

Condition

• Perfect. The timepiece survives in exemplary cosmetic condition for a piece well over a century old. The enamel dial is pristine, the Art Nouveau case relief is sharp and unpolished, and the intricate movement engravings are exceptionally legible.

This is a fleeting opportunity to acquire a serious horological instrument and a verified artifact of Royal history. Please review all high-resolution images carefully as they represent the most accurate description of this magnificent watch.