Eska

A very unusual and catching, Twenty Dollar coin wristwatch in yellow gold, with concealed champagne dial.

Model Coin Watch Case Material Yellow gold Bracelet Material Leather strap Year Circa 1970s Movement Manual, 18 jewels Case N° 328'878 Dimensions 34.5mm Diameter Signed Case, dial and movement The history of coin watches is an intriguing chapter in horology, with several manufacturers embracing the coin-shaped timepiece during the 1920s. These watches are distinguished by cases crafted entirely from coins, featuring a distinctive cabriolet-style design with a hinged cover that elegantly protects the dial. The present timepiece is housed in an American $20 gold coin, with the main case hinged at the bottom, revealing a champagne dial with sleek Roman numerals. Lifting the inner case reveals an S. Kocher signature, the founder of Eska in 1918. Supposedly, the name ESKA is a phonetic abbreviation of its founder, Silvan Kocher (“S”ilvan “K”ocher); “ES””KA”. A timepiece of ingenuity and charm, this Eska watch epitomizes the intersection of Swiss precision and mechanical creativity. The deep hallmarks, impeccable finishing, and well-preserved condition underscore the quality of this piece. A timepiece that delights both the connoisseur and the aesthete, this Eska exemplifies the kind of horological artistry that makes collectors fall in love with the brand.