Pocket watch (K. Serkisoff)
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Pocket watch (K. Serkisoff)Description
Krikor (or perhaps Karnig?) Serkisoff (occasionally Serkjsof) was a wholesale importer established in Constantinople located at one point at the “Maison Vartan” in Pera. The company became especially well-known for its collaboration with Swiss manufacturers, such as Billodes—a precursor to the renowned Zenith brand. These partnerships produced high-quality pocket watches tailored specifically for the Ottoman market, often featuring Arabic numerals and ornate designs that reflected local tastes and preferences. Since the 19th century, Serkisoff has been the exclusive supplier of watches to the Turkish National Railways (TCDD). Serkisoff pocket- and wristwatches were a common gift from for retired employees from the Turkish Railways. Serkisoff also imported/produced watches for the consumer market; those from the USSR were identical to domestic Soviet watches aside from the brand on the dial.Category
Watches