Collectible! Circa 1950s Chandler 17J Gold Plated Necklace Mechanical Watch (FS)

Make: Chandler Switzerland
Type: Mechanical
Model: Gold-Filled Pendant Necklace
Year of Production: Circa 1950s
Movement: FHF (Fabrique d'Horlogerie de Fontainemelon)
BPH: 18,000
Number of Jewels: 17
Hand and Dial: Black Roman Numerals with Black Baton Hands
Width: 21.9mm
Height: 24.2mm
Thickness: 8.8mm
Necklace: Gold-Plated 35cm Length
Pouch / Box: Brand-New EVA Type Zipper Pouch

The 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.

The Chandler trademark was first registered in 1954 by Marcel Jeanbourquin & Cie of La Chaux-de-Fonds, Switzerland. A related company, Lucien Jeanbourquin & Cie, also marketed watches under the Chandler name. Both firms belonged to the Jeanbourquin family and produced watches under numerous brand names

Chandler became particularly well known for:

Pendant or necklace watches worn on a long chain.
Decorative silver- or gold-tone cases.
Hidden or jewellery-style dials.
Small hand-wound Swiss mechanical movements.

These were designed as both jewellery and timepieces, following a fashion trend that had been popular since the early 20th century.

Most authentic Chandler necklace watches contain:

Swiss mechanical hand-wound movements.
Typically 17 jewels.
Incabloc shock protection.
Often 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.

So, 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!