Soviet watch Raketa Copernicus USSR 1980s

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Soviet mechanical watch Raketa Copernicus USSR 1980s

Raketa Copernicus (Copernik). Sun & Moon watch.

Raketa 2609 movement with 19 ruby jewels. Central second hand. Shock protection.

Diameter 34 mm, thickness 10 mm. Organic glass. Stainless steel caseback with number #955.

Made in USSR (1980s). Petrodvorets Watch Factory (Raketa).

Excellent condition! Must-have Russian wrist watch.

Sun & Moon hands: The hour hand took the form of a golden disc, representing the Sun, while the minute hand was the Moon, taking the form of a large ring. Once an hour the Sun and Moon hands would overlap for an eclipse on the wrist.