{"product_id":"vintage-14k-yellow-gold-automatic-25-jewel-wristwatch-eta-2456","title":"Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Automatic 25-Jewel Wristwatch – ETA 2456","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eA classic mid-century automatic wristwatch housed in a solid 14 karat yellow gold case and powered by a Swiss-made ETA 2456 automatic movement. The understated silver-tone dial features applied gold-tone hour markers, matching dauphine-style hands, and a distinctive applied Arabic numeral at 12 o'clock.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe watch is powered by an \u003cstrong\u003eETA Caliber 2456\u003c\/strong\u003e, a 25-jewel automatic mechanical movement from ETA's well-regarded 2400-series movement family. With its clean, unbranded dial and solid gold construction, this is a good example of the privately branded and independent Swiss watches produced during the mid-20th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCirca:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1960s\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCase:\u003c\/strong\u003e Solid 14 karat yellow gold\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMovement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Swiss ETA Caliber 2456\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMovement Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Automatic mechanical\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJewels:\u003c\/strong\u003e 25\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Silver-tone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHour Markers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Applied gold-tone markers with Arabic numeral at 12 o'clock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHands:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gold-tone dauphine-style hour and minute hands with center sweep seconds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Acrylic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black leather strap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hours, minutes and center seconds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pre-owned vintage condition with age-appropriate wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBox\/Papers:\u003c\/strong\u003e None\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe watch presents well for its age, with light surface wear and evidence of previous use consistent with a vintage timepiece. The dial remains clean and attractive with minor age-related wear visible upon close inspection. The 14 karat yellow gold case shows surface wear and light scratches from normal use. The leather strap is a later replacement and exhibits wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe automatic movement is currently \u003cstrong\u003erunning and keeping time\u003c\/strong\u003e, although no representation is made regarding its most recent service history or long-term accuracy unless otherwise stated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout the Movement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eETA 2456\u003c\/strong\u003e is a Swiss-made 25-jewel automatic movement from the ETA 2400-series. These movements were widely supplied to independent watch manufacturers and private-label brands during the mid-20th century and are appreciated today for their straightforward, serviceable construction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike watches produced by vertically integrated manufacturers, many Swiss watches of this period paired high-quality standardized movements from companies such as ETA with cases and dials produced or branded by independent firms. The absence of a prominent brand name on this example puts the emphasis on its \u003cstrong\u003esolid 14K gold construction and Swiss mechanical movement\u003c\/strong\u003e rather than a particular manufacturer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlease Note\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs with all vintage watches, water resistance is \u003cstrong\u003enot guaranteed\u003c\/strong\u003e, and exposure to water is not recommended. Vintage mechanical watches may require periodic adjustment and servicing to maintain proper operation and accuracy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA genuine vintage Swiss automatic watch in solid 14 karat gold—an understated mid-century piece with a quality 25-jewel ETA mechanical movement.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Estate","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53028609982745,"sku":"25JE0820","price":1795.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0389\/2749\/9309\/files\/UN-7271_b2b9b510-4555-4160-98c7-53d163874383.jpg?v=1787159953","url":"https:\/\/vintagejewelersandgifts.com\/products\/vintage-14k-yellow-gold-automatic-25-jewel-wristwatch-eta-2456","provider":"Vintage Jewelers \u0026 Gifts, LLC.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}