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It is hoped that here on Chronopedia we can create a list of serial numbers issued to these watches. Each model sold originally had a paper certificate which matched the serial number on the movement. Most of the paperwork has been lost over time, sadly. However the majority of observed examples do carry a 1 to 4 digit code in addition to the movement reference, normally the ETA 2452, later 2472, engraved on the movement which enables us to catalogue and date them. This is also a good way to assess that the watch is original and has not been altered or made up from lesser parts.  
It is hoped that here on Chronopedia we can create a list of serial numbers issued to these watches. Each model sold originally had a paper certificate which matched the serial number on the movement. Most of the paperwork has been lost over time, sadly. However the majority of observed examples do carry a 1 to 4 digit code in addition to the movement reference, normally the ETA 2452, later 2472, engraved on the movement which enables us to catalogue and date them. This is also a good way to assess that the watch is original and has not been altered or made up from lesser parts.  


The NAOCC model seems to have been issued late 1958 and was still being marketed in 1965. There are exceptions to this but the majority of observed examples carry the number. The Rudolphs Dependable OCC version, marketed by Croton in US, does not have an individual number on the movement.
The NAOCC model seems to have been issued late 1958 and was still being marketed in 1965. There are exceptions to this but the majority of observed examples carry the number. The Rudolphs Dependable OCC version, marketed by Croton in US, does have an individual number on the movement on the few examples seen. It has a slightly different case with a semi concealed crown in the gold plated version and a standard lug steel case version. Both have the gold engraved Antarctic medallion on caseback.  


It seems the NAOCC was sold both in North America and Europe with the Nivada Grenchen name and not the Croton Nivada Grenchen branding more typical of the North American market. Note also the spelling of Chronometre in European style.  
It seems the NAOCC was sold both in North America and Europe with the Nivada Grenchen name and not the Croton Nivada Grenchen branding more typical of the North American market. Note also the spelling of Chronometre in European style.  


The number is engraved in the location shown in the movement shot here:  
The number is engraved in the location shown in the movement shot here - do not confuse with the movement number under the balance which will be 2452 or 2472:  
[[File:1664 LOATION.jpg|thumb|Chronometre Certificate Number - Nivada OCC (Richard Phillips)]]
[[File:1664 LOATION.jpg|Chronometre Certificate Number - Nivada OCC (Richard Phillips)]]
[[File:Chronometer nivada steel front.jpg|thumb]]


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|+ Serial Number List for NAOCC (Nivada Antarctic Officially Certified Chronometre)  
 
== Serial Number List for NAOCC (Nivada Antarctic Officially Certified Chronometre) ==
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! Serial Number!! Case Style !! Hands colour !! Other Information
! Serial Number!! Case Style !! Hand/dial colour !! Other Information
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| 960|| gold 18k|| gold ||ETA2452
| 960|| gold 18k|| gold ||ETA2452
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| 1007|| steel|| rose gold ||ETA2452
| 1007|| steel|| rose gold ||ETA2452
|-
|-
| 1664|| steel|| silver ||ETA2452 - case 185445 - black on silver date wheel
| 1664|| steel|| silver ||ETA2452 - case 185445 - black date wheel
|-
| 1692|| steel|| gold/silver||Rudolph's ETA2452 - case 185603 - black date wheel - Engraved 1962 Presentation
|-
| 1756|| Gold capped || gold || Rudolph’s ETA 2452
|-
| 2072|| steel|| gold || eta 2452
|-
| 2207|| steel|| silver || eta 2472
|-
|-
| 2207|| steel|| silver
| 2337|| steel|| silver || eta 2472  red date wheel
|-
|-
| 2343|| gold cap|| gold
| 2343|| gold cap|| gold
|-
| 2438|| steel||silver || eta 2472 original box
|-
| 2742 || steel || silver || ETA 2472 - red date wheel
|-
| 2844 || steel || silver || ETA 2472 - red date wheel Rudolph’s
|-
| 3037 || steel || silver || ETA 2472
|-
| 3065 || steel || silver linen dial ||
|-
| 3089||18k gold|| gold || ETA 2472
|-
|-
| 3103|| steel|| silver || ETA 2472 red date wheel
| 3103|| steel|| silver || ETA 2472 red date wheel
|-
|-
| 3368|| gold cap|| gold ||ETA 2472 OCT 1964
| 3286 || Gold capped || gold || Rudolph’s ETA 2472
|-
|-
| 3938|| steel|| gold || ETA 2472 -case 186502 - black date wheel
| 3301|| gold cap|| gold ||ETA 2472 ENGRAVED BACK
|-
|-
| 2742 || steel || silver || ETA 2472 - red date wheel
| 3368|| gold cap|| gold ||ETA 2472 OCT 1964
|-
|-
| Example || Example || Example ||
| 3741 || steel || gold || Rudolph’s 2472
|-
|-
| Example || Example || Example ||
| 3938|| steel|| gold || ETA 2472 -case 186502 - black date wheel
|-
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| Example || Example || Example ||
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| Example || Example || Example ||
|}


If you have a model and wish to be added to this list please send the information and a photo if possible of the movement to  
If you have a model and wish to be added to this list please send the information and a photo if possible of the movement to  
mail to: chronopedia.club@gmail.com. If you are already a member of Chronopedia you may add it directly.  
mail to: chronopedia.club@gmail.com. If you are already a member of Chronopedia you may add it directly.
 
[[File:77FFBAC1-829D-4040-8CDE-9D7B49B2440B.jpg|thumb|Example of chronometre certificate ]]
 
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[[File:FD4F67C5-5B3C-4E25-B1D6-CEA5203576A8.jpg|thumb|Paperwork included in original box for Nivada Official Chronometre]]
==Links==


Links
[[Examples of Officially Certified Chronometers 1960-1965]]


[[Nivada Antarctic Chronometre]]
[[Nivada Antarctic Chronometre]]


[[Nivada Antarctic]]
[[Nivada Antarctic]]

Latest revision as of 01:55, 26 August 2026

NIVADA OFFICIALLY CERTIFIED CHRONOMETRE SERIAL NUMBERS

It is hoped that here on Chronopedia we can create a list of serial numbers issued to these watches. Each model sold originally had a paper certificate which matched the serial number on the movement. Most of the paperwork has been lost over time, sadly. However the majority of observed examples do carry a 1 to 4 digit code in addition to the movement reference, normally the ETA 2452, later 2472, engraved on the movement which enables us to catalogue and date them. This is also a good way to assess that the watch is original and has not been altered or made up from lesser parts.

The NAOCC model seems to have been issued late 1958 and was still being marketed in 1965. There are exceptions to this but the majority of observed examples carry the number. The Rudolphs Dependable OCC version, marketed by Croton in US, does have an individual number on the movement on the few examples seen. It has a slightly different case with a semi concealed crown in the gold plated version and a standard lug steel case version. Both have the gold engraved Antarctic medallion on caseback.

It seems the NAOCC was sold both in North America and Europe with the Nivada Grenchen name and not the Croton Nivada Grenchen branding more typical of the North American market. Note also the spelling of Chronometre in European style.

The number is engraved in the location shown in the movement shot here - do not confuse with the movement number under the balance which will be 2452 or 2472: Chronometre Certificate Number - Nivada OCC (Richard Phillips)

Serial Number List for NAOCC (Nivada Antarctic Officially Certified Chronometre)

If you have a model and wish to be added to this list please send the information and a photo if possible of the movement to mail to: chronopedia.club@gmail.com. If you are already a member of Chronopedia you may add it directly.

Links

Examples of Officially Certified Chronometers 1960-1965

Nivada Antarctic Chronometre

Nivada Antarctic

Serial Number Case Style Hand/dial colour Other Information
960 gold 18k gold ETA2452
989 gold 18k gold ETA2452
1007 steel rose gold ETA2452
1664 steel silver ETA2452 - case 185445 - black date wheel
1692 steel gold/silver Rudolph's ETA2452 - case 185603 - black date wheel - Engraved 1962 Presentation
1756 Gold capped gold Rudolph’s ETA 2452
2072 steel gold eta 2452
2207 steel silver eta 2472
2337 steel silver eta 2472 red date wheel
2343 gold cap gold
2438 steel silver eta 2472 original box
2742 steel silver ETA 2472 - red date wheel
2844 steel silver ETA 2472 - red date wheel Rudolph’s
3037 steel silver ETA 2472
3065 steel silver linen dial
3089 18k gold gold ETA 2472
3103 steel silver ETA 2472 red date wheel
3286 Gold capped gold Rudolph’s ETA 2472
3301 gold cap gold ETA 2472 ENGRAVED BACK
3368 gold cap gold ETA 2472 OCT 1964
3741 steel gold Rudolph’s 2472
3938 steel gold ETA 2472 -case 186502 - black date wheel
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