{"product_id":"collectible-circa-1950s-chandler-17j-gold-plated-necklace-mechanical-watch-fs","title":"Collectible! Circa 1950s Chandler 17J Gold Plated Necklace Mechanical Watch (FS)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMake: Chandler Switzerland\u003cbr\u003eType: Mechanical\u003cbr\u003eModel: Gold-Filled Pendant Necklace\u003cbr\u003eYear of Production: Circa 1950s\u003cbr\u003eMovement: FHF (Fabrique d'Horlogerie de Fontainemelon)\u003cbr\u003eBPH: 18,000\u003cbr\u003eNumber of Jewels: 17\u003cbr\u003eHand and Dial: Black Roman Numerals with Black Baton Hands\u003cbr\u003eWidth: 21.9mm\u003cbr\u003eHeight: 24.2mm\u003cbr\u003eThickness: 8.8mm\u003cbr\u003eNecklace: Gold-Plated 35cm Length\u003cbr\u003ePouch \/ Box: Brand-New EVA Type Zipper Pouch\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Chandler brand is a somewhat obscure Swiss watch trademark that became best known for ladies' pendant (necklace) watches during the 1950s–1970s. Although not a luxury manufacturer in the same league as Cartier or Omega, Chandler produced attractive Swiss-made jewellery watches that were sold throughout Europe, North America, and parts of Asia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Chandler trademark was first registered in 1954 by Marcel Jeanbourquin \u0026amp; Cie of La Chaux-de-Fonds, Switzerland. A related company, Lucien Jeanbourquin \u0026amp; Cie, also marketed watches under the Chandler name. Both firms belonged to the Jeanbourquin family and produced watches under numerous brand names\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChandler became particularly well known for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePendant or necklace watches worn on a long chain.\u003cbr\u003eDecorative silver- or gold-tone cases.\u003cbr\u003eHidden or jewellery-style dials.\u003cbr\u003eSmall hand-wound Swiss mechanical movements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese were designed as both jewellery and timepieces, following a fashion trend that had been popular since the early 20th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost authentic Chandler necklace watches contain:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSwiss mechanical hand-wound movements.\u003cbr\u003eTypically 17 jewels.\u003cbr\u003eIncabloc shock protection.\u003cbr\u003eOften movements supplied by manufacturers such as FHF (Fabrique d'Horlogerie de Fontainemelon) or other Swiss ébauche makers, although the movement maker usually isn't visible until the case is opened.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSo, be unique and own a rare Chandler Watch Pendant Necklace on a gold-plated chain that is almost impossible to source in such fine condition or purchase it for that special someone instead!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Altimate Group","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44465433673817,"sku":null,"price":366.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0279\/7590\/9465\/files\/IMG20260804174008.jpg?v=1785883404","url":"https:\/\/shop.altimate.sg\/products\/collectible-circa-1950s-chandler-17j-gold-plated-necklace-mechanical-watch-fs","provider":"Altimate Group","version":"1.0","type":"link"}