EUR
CAD
AUD
GBP
MXN
HKD
CNY
MYR
SEK
SGD
CHF
THBRemontoir 14K Gold Pocket Watch – 10 Rubis – Keyless Winding – Serial No. 32650 – Circa Late 19th Century
Timed Auction in Progress ... Currently on Lot Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $1 |
| $20 | $5 |
| $500 | $10 |
| $1,000 | $25 |
| $5,000 | $50 |
| $10,000 | $100 |
| $15,000 | $500 |
| $20,000 | $1,000 |
| $50,000 | $2,500 |
| $100,000 | $5,000 |
| $500,000 | $10,000 |
About Auction
TimedNov 8, 2025 - Nov 23, 2025
$1.00 Starting Bids NO RESERVES! Opens Nov 8, staggered lot closing Nov 23. An exclusive auction of men’s vintage pocket watches, fine jewelry, and jewelry-grade gemstones. Featuring gold and silver timepieces from Elgin, Waltham, Hamilton, and more, plus 14K–18K gold rings, chains, and collectible opals, emeralds, and quartz from around the world. No reserves — all bids start at just $1! Opens Nov 8, closes Nov 23. Best Estate Services hello@bestestateservices.com
View Full Catalog (220)
- Lot Description
Remontoir pocket watch – 14K gold case – 10 rubis jeweled movement – late 1800s European craftsmanship.
Description:
An exquisite late 19th-century European 14K gold pocket watch, featuring a finely crafted Remontoir (keyless-wind) movement with 10 rubis (jewels). This elegant piece reflects the artistry and precision of continental watchmaking from the high-Victorian period, when advances in winding mechanisms transformed horology into both a technical and aesthetic craft.
The white enamel dial is classically styled with black Roman numerals, fine railway minute track, and a sub-seconds dial at 6 o’clock. The dial remains in very good antique condition, showing only faint hairlines typical of age. The elegant blued-steel spade and whip hands contrast beautifully against the dial’s crisp enamel surface.
Inside, the movement is marked “Remontoir 10 Rubis”, denoting a 10-jewel lever escapement with bimetallic balance and keyless winding mechanism, which allowed winding and setting via the crown—a significant convenience in its day. The movement is attractively gilt-finished, with visible jewelling and hand-engraved detail.
The 14K solid gold case, serial number 32650, is handsomely engraved with period flourishes, consistent with late 19th-century European styling. The interior cover bears clear gold marks and the serial inscription, along with the maker’s marks (where visible), confirming its solid gold construction. Hinges are tight, and all covers open and close securely.
The watch winds and sets smoothly at the time of cataloging, though its running condition is untested and it is offered as-is.
Value and Sale Information:
Remontoir pocket watches from the late 19th century represent the transition from key-wind to modern winding systems. Their elegant engineering and gold construction make them highly sought by collectors of early precision timepieces.
Comparable examples of 14K European Remontoir watches typically range between $900 and $1,400, depending on weight, condition, and engraving detail.
This well-preserved example, with a clean dial and solid gold case, is valued around $1,200.Offered for sale as-is, this Remontoir 14K gold pocket watch stands as a fine example of mechanical innovation and timeless craftsmanship from the golden age of horology.
Condition
Invoices totaling over $1500.00 must be paid by wire transfer or cashiers check.
The watch winds and sets smoothly at the time of cataloging, though its running condition is untested and it is offered as-is.
Offered for sale as-is, this Remontoir 14K gold pocket watch stands as a fine example of mechanical innovation and timeless craftsmanship from the golden age of horology.
Winning Invoices totaling over $1500.00 must be paid by wire transfer or cashiers check.
- Provenance
Details:
-
Maker: European (Remontoir type, likely Swiss origin)
-
Serial Number: 32650
-
Jewels: 10 Rubis (jewels)
-
Movement: Keyless-wind lever escapement, bimetallic balance, gilt finish
-
Dial: White enamel with Roman numerals and subsidiary seconds
-
Hands: Blued steel spade and whip
-
Case: 14K solid gold
-
Case Serial: 32650 (marked inside case cover)
-
Features: Remontoir (keyless winding and setting), safety cuvette cover
-
Era: Circa 1880–1895
-
Condition: Excellent antique condition; light surface wear; crisp engraving; dial with minor age marks; winds and sets properly; untested for timekeeping.
-
- Shipping Info
-
Shipping
Shipping & Pick-Up Information
General Policy:
Buyers are responsible for all shipping costs. Shipping information is not included in the purchase price of your item(s).
If you are the successful bidder, you may either:
Have your items shipped via Best Estate Services, Inc. in-house shipping department, or Collect your property in person during the designated local pick-up period.
For all shipping and pick-up inquiries, please contact us at:
📧 hello@bestestateservices.com📞 (262) 799-5167
8. Shipping Details
All shipping will be handled in-house by Best Estate Services, Inc. via USPS unless otherwise arranged. A flat handling fee of $15.00 per package will be applied and added to your invoice along with the applicable USPS postage cost. Shipping and handling fees will appear as separate line items on your invoice. Packages will be shipped once payment for both the item(s) and shipping has been received and cleared. Tracking information will be provided via email once your package has been processed.
Note: For oversized or fragile items (such as large furniture, sculptures, or specialty pieces), please contact us prior to bidding to discuss available shipping options or to coordinate third-party freight service if required.
9. Local Pick-Up
All local pick-up arrangements must be made by Tuesday End of Day following the close of the auction. Local pickups are subject to a flat $5.00 handling fee. Local pick-up will take place 8 days after the close of the auction, on the following Monday between 4:00 PM and 6:00 PM.
Important Pick-Up Rules:
No cash will be accepted at local pick-up locations. All invoices must be paid online prior to arrival.
If you are sending someone else to pick up your items, you must provide a copy of their driver’s license in advance of pick-up for authorization.
Pick-ups are by appointment only within the designated time window.
Please contact us promptly if you are unable to attend the scheduled pick-up so alternate arrangements can be discussed.10. Storage Fees
All items must be picked up or have shipping arranged within two (2) weeks of the auction close.
Items left beyond that time will incur a storage fee of $10 per lot per day, regardless of size or value.Thank you for participating in our auction and for choosing Best Estate Services, Inc.
We appreciate your business and look forward to serving you again.📧 hello@bestestateservices.com
📞 (262) 799-5167
-
- Payment & Auction Policies
-
Available payment options
Timed Auction Terms & Conditions No Reserve ALL ITEMS ARE SOLD AS-IS, WHERE-IS. This auction is not an approval sale, and all sales are final. No returns will be accepted under any circumstances. 1. Conditions of Sale This is a public sale conducted by Best Estate Services, Inc. (“the Auctioneer”). Best Estate Services, Inc. acts solely as an agent for the items being sold. By bidding on any item, the purchaser agrees to be bound by these Conditions of Sale and any other terms announced or published 2. As-Is Condition All items (hereinafter referred to as “item(s), lot(s), article(s), property,” etc.) are sold AS IS, without any guarantee or warranty, express or implied. Best Estate Services, Inc., its agents, employees, and/or consignors make no representations or warranties regarding the correctness of the catalog, description, authenticity, condition, size, quality, rarity, provenance, or historical relevance of any property. No statement, whether oral or written, shall be deemed a guarantee unless expressly stated in writing. 3. Item Inspection All prospective bidders are encouraged to inspect the items prior to bidding. If an in-person inspection is not possible, bidders are responsible for requesting condition reports and/or additional photographs before bidding. Descriptions and reports are provided in good faith, but all items are antique or vintage and may show signs of age or wear. 4. Last-Minute Bidding Due to internet latency or device factors, last-second bids may not register correctly. To avoid errors, bidders are encouraged to refresh their browser frequently near the close of bidding. Final auction results will stand as recorded in our system. To prevent last-second issues, bidders are encouraged to use the “Max Bid” feature. 5. Buyer’s Fees A Buyer’s Premium will be added to all winning bids to determine the final purchase price. Internet Premium: 23% Credit Card Processing Fee: 3% 6. Payment Terms Currency: USD Accepted Payment Methods: Credit Card (Visa, MasterCard, Discover — American Express not accepted) Cashier’s Check Wire Transfer Cash will not be accepted at any local pick-up location. All invoices must be paid online or via approved non-cash methods prior to pick-up. For purchases under $1,500, payment may be made by credit/debit card, cashier’s check, or wire transfer. For purchases over $1,500, payment must be made by cashier’s check (with a bank letter of reference) or wire transfer. Checks should be made payable to: BEST ESTATE SERVICES INC. To coordinate wire transfers, call (262) 799-5167. ⚠️ Please Note: BIDSQUARE only collects credit card information for bidder verification. Invoices: Invoices including shipping and handling charges will be sent Tuesday End of Day following the close of the auction. All invoices must be paid immediately upon receipt. 7. Shipping & Pick-Up Information General Policy: Buyers are responsible for all shipping costs. Shipping information is not included in the purchase price of your item(s). If you are the successful bidder, you may either: Have your items shipped via Best Estate Services, Inc. in-house shipping department, or Collect your property in person during the designated local pick-up period. For all shipping and pick-up inquiries, please contact us at: 📧 hello@bestestateservices.com 📞 (262) 799-5167 8. Shipping Details All shipping will be handled in-house by Best Estate Services, Inc. via USPS unless otherwise arranged. A flat handling fee of $15.00 per package will be applied and added to your invoice along with the applicable USPS postage cost. Shipping and handling fees will appear as separate line items on your invoice. Packages will be shipped once payment for both the item(s) and shipping has been received and cleared. Tracking information will be provided via email once your package has been processed. Note: For oversized or fragile items (such as large furniture, sculptures, or specialty pieces), please contact us prior to bidding to discuss available shipping options or to coordinate third-party freight service if required. 9. Local Pick-Up All local pick-up arrangements must be made by Tuesday End of Day following the close of the auction. Local pickups are subject to a flat $5.00 handling fee. Local pick-up will take place 8 days after the close of the auction, on the following Monday between 4:00 PM and 6:00 PM. Important Pick-Up Rules: No cash will be accepted at local pick-up locations. All invoices must be paid online prior to arrival. If you are sending someone else to pick up your items, you must provide a copy of their driver’s license in advance of pick-up for authorization. Pick-ups are by appointment only within the designated time window. Please contact us promptly if you are unable to attend the scheduled pick-up so alternate arrangements can be discussed. 10. Storage Fees All items must be picked up or have shipping arranged within two (2) weeks of the auction close. Items left beyond that time will incur a storage fee of $10 per lot per day, regardless of size or value. Thank You Thank you for participating in our auction and for choosing Best Estate Services, Inc. We appreciate your business and look forward to serving you again. 📧 hello@bestestateservices.com 📞 (262) 799-5167
-
-
- Buyer's Premium
