Bidspirit auction | Lotus Watch Co. Swiss 15


Lotus Watch Co. Swiss 15 Jewel Pendant Pocket Watch in Wadsworth Gold Filled Case - This is a vintage manual-wind pendant pocket watch featuring a Swiss-made movement by the Lotus Watch Co. and a gold-filled case by Wadsworth. The 15-jewel movement is stem-set and includes two adjustments. The watch is housed in a Referee grade case, which bears an engraved foliate pattern on the bezel and was historically warranted for 20 years. The gilt dial is designed with a textured center, black Arabic numerals, and decorative gold-tone filigree hands. The case is equipped with a decorative bow at the 12 o'clock position and a small attachment loop at the 6 o'clock position for use as a pendant or chatelaine. The movement is marked LOTUS W. CO. SWISS 15 JEWELS 2 ADJ. The interior case back is stamped WADSWORTH Referee WARRANTED 20 YEARS with the serial number 2594275. Case Diameter: Approximately 1 1/4 inches (32 mm) excluding crown and bow. The watch is in moderate vintage condition with wear consistent with age. The case back exhibits significant surface scratching and minor brassing on the higher points of the engraving. The dial shows some spotting and light oxidation. The tip of the minute hand is slightly bent, and the crystal has minor scuffs. While the movement appears complete, the functional condition and timekeeping accuracy have not been verified.