3041 - JUVENIA · CHRONOGRAPH “HERMETIC”

JUVENIA · CHRONOGRAPH “HERMETIC” ca. 1945–1955 · 14K yellow gold · 34 mm A warm gold patina and curved lugs lend this Juvenia chronograph an elegant flair. Three clearly defined sub-dials and the column-wheel movement showcase the brand’s sporty side. The “Hermetic” engraving reflects the ambition of that era to protect the delicate mechanics from external influences. Case number: 120773 Case: Round gold case with curved lugs, pump-style pushers, and a fluted crown. Plexiglass and pressed case back, marked “Hermetic” and “Non-Magnetic” on the reverse. Dial: Light-colored background with black Arabic numerals and gold-colored hands. Small seconds at nine, 30-minute counter at three, and 12-hour counter at six; tachymeter scale along the edge. Movement: Hand-wound, Juvenia-signed column-wheel chronograph movement Functions: Two-hand watch with small seconds, chronograph with 30-minute and 12-hour counters, tachymeter Strap: Later-added brown leather strap Clasp: Neutral pin buckle Box: No · Papers: No Condition: Dial in fine condition; case shows signs of wear and has a pronounced gold patina, particularly between the pushers. Plexiglass in good condition. Leather strap shows significant signs of wear. Condition: *