Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Flamor Ebauche Suisse Cocktail Watch
Jewelry Watch / Cocktail Watch · Yellow Gold (High copper-silver alloy common in mid-century French/Swiss production)
Purity: 18K (750 fineness), approximately 75% pure gold, likely French Eagle's head hallmark if solid
Type
Jewelry Watch / Cocktail Watch
Purity
18K (750 fineness), approximately 75% pure gold, likely French Eagle's head hallmark if solid
Gold Type
Yellow Gold (High copper-silver alloy common in mid-century French/Swiss production)
Weight
12 to 18 grams total weight including movement; gold weight approximately 8-10 grams
Description
An elegant mid-century Flamor cocktail watch featuring a petite round case framed by ornate filigree lugs and a matching textured bracelet. The dial is signed 'Ebauche Suisse', indicating a Swiss-made movement housed in a likely French-manufactured gold case.
Key Features
Scalloped bezel, open-work filigree lugs, integrated decorative link bracelet, and hand-winding mechanical movement
Color & Finish
Deep yellow gold with high-polish finish on filigree; brushed patina on integrated bracelet
Hallmarks & Stamps
Stamped 'Flamor' and 'Ebauche Suisse' on dial; hallmarks likely on case back or clasp
Dimensions Estimate
Case diameter 15mm-18mm; bracelet width 5mm-7mm; standard ladies' length (approx 6.5 inches)
Gemstones & Inlays
No visible gemstones; features textured gold dial and filigree decorative lugs
Clasp & Closure
Integrated fold-over ladder clasp with safety catch, likely matching the bracelet texture
Chain & Links
Articulated fancy links with a repeating engraved pattern; semi-solid construction
Craftsmanship Details
Hand-finished filigree work; high-precision Swiss mechanical movement; integrated jewelry-style soldering
Authentication Indicators
Distinctive Flamor typography; patina consistent with high-karat gold; traditional Swiss movement markings
Origin & Maker
Switzerland (movement) and France (case/bracelet); Flamor was a notable French watchmaker
Era & Period
Mid-Century Modern / Retro (circa 1950-1965)
Age Estimate
Approximately 60-70 years old; circa 1960 production
Cultural Significance
Represents the era of 'Cocktail Watches' where timepieces served as discrete jewelry for formal social occasions
Condition Notes
Very Good; minor surface scratches consistent with age; slight oxidation/dust on dial; mechanical functionality unknown
Value Estimate
$600 - $950 USD (largely driven by gold weight and brand collectibility)
Care & Maintenance
Avoid immersion in water; clean with a dry gold-polishing cloth; professional movement servicing every 5 years
Similar Items
Omega 18K Sapphette, Longines cocktail watches, or vintage Tissot gold dress watches
Interesting Facts
Flamor was a brand recognized for bridging the gap between high jewelry and functional horology during the mid-20th century