Adolphe Huguenin pocketwatch

Item: Antique Adolphe Huguenin Locle Pocket Watch
Medium: Likely gold-filled or rolled gold plate case (to confirm if solid gold, professional metal testing is needed)
Distinguishing Marks:

• "Adolphe Huguenin"
• "LOCLE" (Locle is a famous Swiss watchmaking town)
• Serial No. 244197
• Intricate mechanical movement visible
• Size: ~1¼ inch (approx. 32mm diameter)

Condition:

• Case: Fair, with visible wear and some tarnish.
• Dial: Fair to poor, missing one hand, visible staining and cracking on enamel.
• Crystal: Possibly missing or heavily scratched (cannot tell fully from the image).
• Movement: Present, but non-functional (needs cleaning and repair).

Date Period:

• Late 19th century to early 20th century (circa 1880–1910), based on style and serial number.

History:

• Found among great-grandparents' belongings, suggesting family provenance and sentimental value.

Current Fair Market Value (as is):

• Estimate: $100–$250 USD in its current non-working condition.
• If repaired and serviced, value could rise to $350–$600 USD, depending on case material (gold-filled vs. solid gold) and final working condition.

Notes:

• Collectors value Swiss watches from Locle, but Adolphe Huguenin is a more obscure maker compared to giants like Longines or Zenith.
• The condition (especially the dial damage and missing hand) lowers the value significantly compared to a pristine example.
• If the case is solid gold, scrap value alone (depending on karat) could be higher than $250+ — so gold testing is recommended.
• Servicing/repairing could cost $150–$400, depending on the watchmaker. So carefully weigh repair costs versus final value.

Recommendation:

• Have the metal tested (any reputable jeweler can test for gold purity).
• Get a mechanical evaluation from a vintage watch specialist if you consider repairing it.
• Preserve it carefully even if you choose not to repair — family provenance adds historical value even if kept simply for sentimental reasons.