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Movado pilot’s chronograph watch ad, circa ‘60s

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Wonderful Movado catalog page featuring the Ermeto styles, circa 1946.

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In 1927, Isidore Ditesheim invented a unique mechanism for the watch known as 'Non-Stop,' which wound the movement when the case was opened and closed, eliminating the need for manual winding. This innovation contributed to the Ermeto winning the grand prize at the 1929 Barcelona International Exposition. By 1930, Huguenin Frères had introduced another patent for an automatic strut that deployed when the case was opened. This work of tactile art and horological history was available in various metal cases (platinum, gold, silver, vermeil, steel) with finishes like lacquer, niello, enamel, and guilloché enamel. Although the case shape remained consistent, the style of dials and hands evolved, helping to date specific pieces. It could be used with or without a chain and often featured a folding strut to serve as a travel clock. Notable owners included Pope Pius XI, King Albert I of Belgium, King Edward VIII, Clara Bow, Andy Warhol (who owned at least six), and His Majesty King Charles III, whose Ermeto was stolen and later returned in 1994. It’s also said that an early model was presented to Albert Einstein. We’re pleased to offer this Movado Ermeto in exotic skin over steel; offered in its own custom-fitted, velvet-lined maple presentation box. Circa 1930s.

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Wonderful Movado catalog page featuring the Ermeto styles, circa 1946.

[stricklandvintagewatches]

In 1927, Isidore Ditesheim invented a unique mechanism for the watch known as 'Non-Stop,' which wound the movement when the case was opened and closed, eliminating the need for manual winding. This innovation contributed to the Ermeto winning the grand prize at the 1929 Barcelona International Exposition. By 1930, Huguenin Frères had introduced another patent for an automatic strut that deployed when the case was opened.

This work of tactile art and horological history was available in various metal cases (platinum, gold, silver, vermeil, steel) with finishes like lacquer, niello, enamel, and guilloché enamel. Although the case shape remained consistent, the style of dials and hands evolved, helping to date specific pieces. It could be used with or without a chain and often featured a folding strut to serve as a travel clock.

Notable owners included Pope Pius XI, King Albert I of Belgium, King Edward VIII, Clara Bow, Andy Warhol (who owned at least six), and His Majesty King Charles III, whose Ermeto was stolen and later returned in 1994. It’s also said that an early model was presented to Albert Einstein. 

We’re pleased to offer this Movado Ermeto in exotic skin over steel; offered in its own custom-fitted, velvet-lined maple presentation box. Circa 1930s.

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Classic Movado Datron Pilot Chronograph advertisement, Circa 1972

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Mid-century Movado watch poster featuring an elegant couple: she in her feather hat and gold cocktail timepiece; he in his pinstriped suit, driving gloves and oversized wristwatch, obviously delighted the other arrived on time. The caption reads “Exact! Joie de se rencontrer a la meme minute” or “Exact! The joy of meeting at the same time”; Switzerland, 1947.