Cartier/LeCoultre Open Face 3Tone Pink Dial Pocket Watch in Yellow Gold

Vintage Cartier/LeCoultre Open Face 3Tone Pink Dial Pocket Watch in Yellow Gold from 1920s

This yellow gold (18-carat) Art Deco pocket watch showcases a classic open-face design with keyless-winding functionality. The polished yellow gold case features a unique tapered profile and a circular shape, enhanced by an integrated bow.

The standout feature is the three-tone pink dial, adorned with applied radiating pink gold Roman numerals and complemented by blued steel Breguet hands. The movement, a slim caliber 16''', boasts 19 jewels, rhodium-plated surfaces with "fausses côtes" decoration, and precision elements like a going barrel, straight-line lever escapement, and bimetallic compensated balance.

This pocket watch comes with a notable history, having been retailed on the US market. The movement bears the US import code for LeCoultre, later for Jaeger-LeCoultre (LXJ), adding a touch of provenance to this exquisite timepiece. In essence, this Art Deco pocket watch is a timeless blend of craftsmanship and precision, offering a refined testament to the art of watchmaking.