{"product_id":"anonymous-dial-trench-watch-18k-gold-case-hallmarked-c-1912","title":"Anonymous Dial Trench Watch - 18k Gold Case - Hallmarked - c.1912","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAn early 18ct gold trench watch with enamel dial, red 12 and Admiralty-linked hallmarks -  from the dawn of wristwatch design, c.1912\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection data-turn=\"user\" data-scroll-anchor=\"false\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-163\" data-turn-id=\"a9d42d8c-c975-4960-9082-785e21930f6a\" dir=\"auto\" class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-(--header-height)\"\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection data-turn=\"assistant\" data-scroll-anchor=\"true\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-164\" data-turn-id=\"request-69ba470d-fff8-8384-8b14-8047c315224d-37\" dir=\"auto\" class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-turn-start-message=\"true\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-3\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-id=\"c082a546-2689-4604-b304-836093d89979\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full wrap-break-word light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"495\" data-start=\"0\"\u003eThe early 20th century saw a decisive shift from pocket watches to wristwatches, driven largely by the demands of war. Soldiers needed quick, hands-free timekeeping, leading to the adaptation of pocket watch movements into wrist-mounted cases with wire lugs and protective designs. Many of these trench-style watches were unsigned or retailer-branded, focusing on function over prestige. Today, they represent a pivotal moment in horology, where practicality shaped the wristwatch as we know it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"495\" data-start=\"0\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's on Offer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"403\" data-start=\"85\"\u003eA beautifully preserved early trench watch in a solid 18ct gold case, dating to around 1912 — right at the turning point from pocket to wrist-worn timekeeping. The white enamel dial is crisp and highly legible, laid out with classic Roman numerals and the distinctive red 12, a practical feature for quick orientation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1006\" data-start=\"661\"\u003eInside, the caseback carries 18ct R\u0026amp;S hallmarks, including the leopard’s head, alongside engraving for The Northern Goldsmiths Co. of Newcastle — watchmakers to the Lords of Admiralty — adding a lovely layer of historical interest. Further markings reference JEG of Lenton Mount, Nottingham, with movement number present but no calibre engraved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"1229\" data-start=\"1008\"\u003eThere are honest signs of wear to the case, entirely in keeping with its age, and exactly what you’d hope to see on a piece of this vintage. 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