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Telda Steel Chronograph with Original Dial, circa 1940's

$1,500
£1,146.83
€1,320.92
CA$2,101.96
A$2,346.64
CHF 1,229.60
MX$28,725.18
NOK 15,615.99
SEK 14,723.89
DKK 9,858.13
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About the Item

FACTORY / HOUSE: Telda Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: 2 Register Chronograph METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1930's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 32mm X Diameter 39mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 17 Jewels / Caliber Venus 170 DIAL / HANDS: Original Patinated Dial with Luminous Arabic Numerals / Blued Steel Luminous Hands ATTACHMENT / LENGTH: Alligator, 18mm / Regular Length WARRANTY: 18 months on the movement LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT This classic Art Deco Chronograph was sold by Telda Watch Company in the 1940's. Telda was a private label house and did their own case and dial designs. This piece is all original and has a beautifully patinated dial. We have just serviced this watch and it keeps dependable and accurate time. It is practical to use when you have to watch your parking meter. It goes well with casual wearing and jeans are its favorite.
  • Creator:
    Telda
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  • Date of Manufacture:
    1940's
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. It is important to recognize that this watch only had a 12-month warranty when it was new. However, we are so confident of our workmanship and team that we offer an 18-month warranty on all our watches, even those over 100 years old.
  • Seller Location:
    Long Beach, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 13481stDibs: LU422315066402

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