G. Denis (Moulins) Silver Ottoman Pocket Watch

G. Denis (Moulins) Silver Ottoman Pocket Watch – Serial 23988

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This is a rare and authentic example of a G. Denis pocket watch, meticulously crafted for the Ottoman Empire. The watch features a stunning silver dial adorned with a central Tughra (the imperial signature of the Sultan) and traditional Ottoman numerals, framed by a delicate railroad minute track.

The case is crafted from high-grade silver, featuring a classic engine-turned (guilloché) back and a decorative floral-engraved bezel. The internal dust cover is signed "G. Denis - Moulins" alongside the serial number 23988, a mark of its artisan French origin. The movement is a high-quality bridge caliber, typical of the fine instruments exported to the Turkish market during the late 19th century.

Basic Info

Brand	G. Denis
Model	Ottoman Open Face / "Turquie"
Reference number	23988
Movement	Manual Winding
Case material	Silver .800 or .900
Year of production	Circa 1870–1890
Condition	used
Gender	Unisex/Men's
Dimensions	Approx. 50mm

Caliber

Caliber/movement	jeweled escapement, French/Swiss construction
Power reserve	Approx. 28 hours
Charge	Key-wound

Case

Case material	Solid Silver
Case diameter	Approx. 50mm
Water resistance	Not water-resistant
Bezel material	Silver
Crystal	Mineral Glass
Dial	Engine-turned Silver with raised Ottoman Tughra emblem
Dial numerals	Eastern Arabic-Indic (Ottoman) numerals
Quadrant	"Chemin de fer" (Railway) minute track