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A Catalog of Fine and Important Pocket Watches Catalog #116 September/October, 2006

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#1. SWISS MINIATURE WITH FANCY DIAL & ENAMELED PIN

24mm 18K Gold, Open-Face, Stem-Set, Circa 1910

A lovely green enameled gold ribbon bow pin which features four pearl accents hold this delightful miniature plain polished near mint gold case. A gold cuvette protects the 15 jewel nickel bridge movement which is set with a lever escapement. The fancy green porcelain dial features a sunburst finish in the background areas and is superb. The dial is marked with gold Louis XIV hands, gold Arabic hour chapters and gold minute dots. $925.00

#2. SWISS PEARL & ENAMEL WATCH WITH FANCY DIAL & PIN

29mm 14K Gold, Open-Face, Stem-Set, Circa 1905

A very distinctive Renaissance style gold bar pin accented by pearls and turquoise stones is presented with this lovely enamel. The near mint case features baby-blue enameling on the rim and the back cover. The case also features seed-pearls which surround the back cover and the front bezel. The average fancy aqua-blue dial is marked with gold Arabic chapters, gold minute dots and gold filigree pointers. The 3/4 plate Longines made 15 jewel nickel movement is nicely damaskeened. $1,225.00

#3. HAAS NEVEUX & CIE GENEVA FABULOUS ENAMEL WITH DIAMONDS & BEAUTIFUL PIN

28mm 18K Gold, Open-Face, Stem-Set, Circa 1908 R-3

Superior quality is evident throughout on this fine miniature enamel. The ultra high-grade nickel bridge movement features 18 jewels and a straight line lever escapement. The inner cuvette is signed "Haas Neveux & Cie Geneva & Paris." The case is exquisite and in mint condition with black enamel in the background areas and impressive red, green, violet and blue enameled swirl and flower accents which surround a rose diamond encrusted Fleur-de-lis on the back cover. The case is presented with a gold circular wreath pin consisting of black enameled petals and pearl centerpieces. Gold filigree hands, Arabic chapters, gold minute dots and black 5-minute numerals mark the superb white porcelain dial. $1,525.00

#4. LEONIDAS (SWISS) SPECTACULAR ENAMEL & DIAMOND WATCH WITH CHAIN

33mm 18K Gold, Open-Face, Stem-Set, Circa 1900 R-3

This timepiece is another spectacular mint condition collectors item. The back cover of the case carries a dazzling .20 Ct. rose-cut diamond. The diamond is surrounded by fancy engraved gold leaf patterns, and white enameled circular border. The timepiece is presented with a beautiful 18K Gold, gold neck chain which measures 30" in length. The dial is superb and signed "Clinton Extra" at center. The white enameled dial is marked with Roman chapters and small black 5-min. numerals, gold spade pointers also appear on the dial. The unused condition 3/4 plate gilt movement is signed "Leonidas," it features fifteen ruby jewels and a straight line lever escapement. $1,625.00

#5. SWISS RARE EARLY HUNTERS CASE STYLE PEDOMETER

46mm Base Metal Closed Case Circa 1877 R-3

This near mint pocket watch style case features a hinged front lid which is a very unique setup to be found on pedometers. On the back of the upper pendant, there is a double loop belt clip, the case is plain and near mint. The operating pedometer movement carries the unique silver metal dial which is marked with black enameled numerals and beautiful black curved line work. The dial is signed "Pat. July 17, 1877" and has a tuning fork shaped blue steel distance indicator hand which centers the very fine dial. $475.00

#6. GERMAN RARE EARLY MILITARY WATCH

48mm Base Metal Open-Face, Pin-Set, Circa 1910 R-3

A cylinder escapement is featured with this 8 jewel nickel bridge movement. The movement carries an average paper dial marked with Roman chapters, a black minute track and 5-minute numerals. A subsidiary seconds track appears at 6 and blue spade pointers are also presented. The hinged back case is unique and near mint with a high raised relief German eagle and swastika design appearing on the back. $825.00

#7. SWISS INTERESTING KEYWIND WITH COMPASS AND THERMOMETER

54mm Unmarked Silver Hunter's Case, Keywind/Keyset, Circa 1860 R-3

This scarce collectible timepiece comes in a near mint case. Two soldiers are shown with a cannon on the front cover. Tents appear in the background areas and flower/swirl patterns decorate the outer edges. The back case cover is engraved with a castle-like building and a sailboat, the case is near mint. The inner cuvette is signed "Patent Lever 13 Jewels." This cuvette protects a gilt bar movement which is set with a side lever escapement. The rare and unique very fine dial is marked with Roman chapters, it features a red and blue inner line accent frame as well as an offset seconds dial located at the 8 o'clock position. Gold Fleur-de-lis hands center this unique dial which has a recess at the 4 o'clock position which carries a small miniature operating compass and a curved centigrade-Fahrenheit thermometer. $1,225.00

#8. SWISS OVERSIZE POCKET WATCH WITH RARE MASONIC DIAL

64mm Base Metal Open-Face, Pin-Set, Circa 1895 R-3

Beautifully colored, this ultra-rare very fine dial exhibits numerous Masonic symbols along with Arabic hour chapters and a black minute track. The dial is complemented by large blue spade pointers. The nicely damaskeened nickel movement is signed "Patent Swiss Made." It is controlled by a straight line lever escapement and it features fifteen ruby jewels. The oversize double hinged back case is plain polished and in near mint condition. $775.00

#9. LONGINES RARE NAVAL OBSERVATORY DECK WATCH WITH UP/DOWN INDICATOR

65mm .800 Silver Open-Face, Stem-Set, Circa 1920s R-4

Very rare and collectible, this military timepiece starts with an oversize near mint silver case which is signed "U. S. Navy No. 4016" on the back cover. The silver dial is superb and signed "Longines," it carries a fifty-six hour up/down wind indicator hand below the 12 o'clock position. Blue spade pointers and Arabic hour chapters also mark the dial. The 3/4 plate nickel movement is signed "Longines W. Co. 17 Jewels 5 Adjustments. "The movement comes with a disc-style micro-metric regulator and a straight line lever escapement, the movement number is 2,975,292. $2,550.00

#10. SWISS OVERSIZE MOON PHASE CALENDAR POCKET WATCH WITH UNIQUE DECO DIAL

65mm Sterling Open-Face, Pin-Set, Circa 1915 R-3

Very impressive, this bold very fine porcelain dial was influenced by Art Deco designs. It carries oversize white Roman hour chapters and a white minute track. A window opening below the 12 o'clock position shows a month disc and day and date chapters appear to the left and right of center. The subsidiary seconds dial on the bottom is open to allow a view of the moon and star disc. The very fine dial is complemented by red spade pointers. The heavy double hinged back sterling case is plain polished and near mint. The large gilt lever movement features fifteen ruby jewels and a compensated balance. The movement is signed "Made in Geneva." $2,050.00

#11. SWISS IMPRESSIVE & RARE OVERSIZE 8-DAY POCKET WATCH WITH GOLD CASE

66mm 9K Gold, Open-Face, Pin-Set, Circa 1885 R-5

Oversize watches in gold cases are extremely scarce. This is the first example Ashland has offered in many many years. The case is in exquisite condition, heavy in gold and beautifully designed. The mint condition case is finished with cross patch pattern which is engraved on the entire back cover. A outer leaf border adds to the appeal of this wonderful rose-gold case. An ultra-thick heavy glass crystal protects the superb white porcelain dial which is marked with classic Arabic chapters, a black minute track and blue spade pointers. The quality continues with a beautiful 15 jewel gilt 3/4 plate 8-day movement. The high-grade movement features a lever escapement. A bi-metallic compensated balance wheel and a counterpoised pallet fork. Very impressive! $2,550.00

#12. SWISS MINT SPLIT-SECOND CHRONOGRAPH POCKET WATCH

50mm 14K Gold, Open-Face, Lever-Set, Circa 1885 R-4

In wonderful condition, this timepiece features an ultra-heavy mint double hinged back gold case. The back cover is deeply engine turned and the outer rim is reeded. A gold inner bezel and a display glass protect the 3/4 plate nickel movement. The movement is nicely finished with seventeen ruby jewels, a straight line lever escapement, a counter poised pallet fork and a unique circular disc and cam-style regulator. The movement carries the number 51540. The dial is superb and marked with Roman chapters, 1/5-second calibrations, blue spade pointers and blue sweep second hands. $2,400.00

#13. PAUL VALLETTE (SWISS) SPLIT-SECOND CHRONOGRAPH POCKET WATCH WITH REGISTER

48mm 14K Gold, Green-Gold Open-Face, Stem-Set, Circa 1915 R-3

Beautifully designed, this superior grade nickel movement is signed "17 Jewels 3 Adjustments Vallette, Switzerland." The movement is finished with straight line damaskeening. It is presented in a plain polished mint double hinged back case. The dial is exquisite, the champagne-gold dial is very fine and signed "Paul Vallette" within the 30-minute register which appears at 12 o'clock. Arabic chapters, 1/5-second calibrations, split sweep second hands and blue spade pointers all mark this eye-catching dial. $2,050.00

#14. SWISS UNIQUE WHITE-GOLD & RUBY WATCH

42mm 18K Gold, White-Gold, Open-Face, Stem-Set, Circa 1930s R-4

Wonderfully matched colorful square-cut rubies are channel-set around the entire rim and bow of this impressive timepiece. The white-gold case is mint and finished with a stylized small circular monogram on the back cover. The ultra-thin high-grade Swiss made nickel movement features eighteen ruby jewels and a lever escapement. The superb elegant off-white dial is marked with bright silver Arabic hour chapters and silver minute dots, blue Breguet moon hands are also presented. $3,050.00

#15. SYSTEME GLASHUTTE LANGE STYLE HIGH-GRADE HUNTER POCKET WATCH

50mm 14K Gold, Rose-Gold Hunter's Case, Lever-Set, Circa 1880s R-3

"Systeme Glashutte No. 156866" is marked on the inner cuvette as well as the gilt movement plates of this wonderful timepiece. The movement is very impressive with seventeen ruby jewels, a high-grade lever escapement, a bi-metallic balance wheel with gold timing screws and a white alloy non-magnetic hairspring. The movement shows many attributes as much more expensive ones produced by Adolph Lange. The case is engine turned on both sides and engraved with a classic uninitialed crest on the front cover, the condition is near mint. Fancy gold open leaf-style hands and Roman chapters mark the superb white porcelain dial. $1,825.00

#16. VACHERON & CONSTANTIN GENT'S HUNTERS CASE POCKET WATCH

50mm Heavy 18K Gold, Hunter's Case, Stem-Set, Circa 1890 R-3

This is a private label timepiece made for the distinguished firm of George Circa Shreve & Co. San Francisco by Vacheron & Constantin. The jewelers signature appears on the high-grade nickel bridge movement. The 18 jewel movement features a beautiful lever escapement, a large compensated balance wheel, ruby jewels and wolfs tooth winding gears. A gold bezel and display crystal protects the movement as well as a gold inner cuvette. The heavy gold case is plain polished on the back and finished with a ribbon script monogram on the front, the condition is near mint. The classic dial is signed "Geo Circa Shreve & Co. San Francisco." It is very fine with red 5-minute numerals, Arabic chapters, a black minute track and double swell blue spade pointers. $1,525.00

#17. VACHERON & CONSTANTIN GENEVE RARE ENAMELED KEYWIND POCKET WATCH

43mm 18K Gold, Open-Face, Keywind/Keyset, Circa 1870s R-4

Breguet moon hands center this engine turned very fine silver dial. The dial is marked with black enameled Roman chapters and a black minute track. The unique and distinctive excellent case shows fabulous coral, blue and white swirl leaf/flower patterns all along the back cover, the front bezel, the upper pendant and even on the bow. The back cover opens to reveal an inner cuvette which is signed "Vacheron a Geneve." The 11 jewel cylinder Lepine-style bridge movement is nicely designed. This gilt movement features a 3-arm uncut balance wheel and a cylinder escapement. $2,550.00

#18. JULES JURGENSEN (COPENHAGEN) HIGH-GRADE KEYWIND POCKET WATCH

52mm 18K Gold, Hunter's Case, Keywind/Keyset, No. 7958 Circa 1870 R-4

Gold cap jewels support the pallet fork and escape wheel pivots on this wonderful, gilt, 17 jewel, Jurgensen movement. The movement comes with an extra-long counter poised pallet fork and a bi-metallic balance wheel and gold timing screws. The main bridge is signed "Jules Jurgensen Copenhagen No. 7958." The dial is also signed "Jules Jurgensen Copenhagen." It is single sunk, superb and marked with elegant Roman hour chapters and Breguet moon hands. The "Jurgensen" signed heavy gold hunters case is smooth finished on the front and back cover and reeded along the outer edge. The case comes with a 1827 - 1870 presentation inscription on the inside of the front cover lid. The cuvette is signed "Jules Jurgensen Copenhagen No. 7958." $2,250.00

#19. JULES JURGENSEN COPENHAGEN RARE LADIES HUNTERS CASE POCKET WATCH

38mm 18K Gold, Hunter's Case, Bow-Set No. 11428 Circa 1869 R-5

Exquisite condition can be found throughout on this rare ladies high-grade hunter case. The inner cuvette is signed "Jules Jurgensen Copenhagen No. 11428." This signature also appears inside the back lid of the fully engine turned heavy gold mint hunters case. The case is reeded along the outer rim, it features a Christmas presentation inscription to the original owner dated December 25, 1870 inside the front cover. "Jules Jurgensen Copenhagen" is marked on the exquisite superb porcelain dial which is marked with Roman chapters and elegant Breguet moon hands. The fabulous 20 jewel high-grade nickel bridge movement features a counterpoised pallet fork, a bi-metallic balance wheel and wolfs tooth winding gears. The movement is signed "Jules Jurgensen Copenhagen." $3,050.00

#20. JULES JURGENSEN GENT'S HIGH-GRADE POCKET WATCH

47mm 18K Gold, Open-Face, Bow-Set No. 14510 Circa 1873 R-4

Very impressive, this magnificent "Jules Jurgensen" signed nickel bridge movement is set with very large impressive screw down gold jewel settings and ruby jewels. The 20 jewel movement comes with cap jewels on the pallet fork and the escape wheel. A beautiful rose-gold regulator index arm is also a unique feature of this fine Jurgensen movement. The movement can be viewed through an inner gold bezel and display glass. The "Jurgensen" signed ultra-heavy gold case comes with a fabulous fancy floral monogram on the back cover, the condition is mint. The dial is superb and signed "Jules Jurgensen Copenhagen." It is marked with Roman chapters and classic Breguet moon hands. $3,550.00

#21. PATEK PHILIPPE GENT'S STEEL & GOLD POCKET WATCH

45mm Steel-18K Gold, Open-Face, Stem-Set, No. 823,778 Circa 1930 R-4

Beautiful condition is exhibited on this high-grade Patek Philippe nickel movement. The movement is signed "18 Jewels Adjusted 5 Positions Heat Cold Isochronism Patek Philippe & Co. Geneve." The movement is finished with straight line damaskeening and is marked with "Geneve" quality hallmarks. The "Patek Philippe" signed case features a stainless steel plain polished back cover with a rose-gold outer edge. The center portion of the case is stainless steel and the front bezel is stainless with gold trim. A fancy carved gold bow tops the exceptional mint case. The very fine silver dial is signed "Patek Philippe & Cie Geneve." It is marked by the retailer "Birks" over the subsidiary seconds dial. The dial is marked with Deco-style rectangular hour markers, a black minute track and Arabic numerals at 12, 3 and 9 o'clock. $3,550.00

#22. PATEK PHILIPPE & CO. POCKET WATCH

44mm 14K Gold, Patek Signed Rare Special Case Open-Face, Stem-Set, No. 171,957 Circa 1915 R-4

Most American market Patek Philippe watches come in 14K Gold, cases which are not signed or produced by Patek. This particular double hinged back case features the Patek trademark and hallmarked inside the dust cover and the back lid. The inner cuvette is numbered and signed "Made for Wright Kay & Co. Detroit by Patek Philippe & Co. Geneva." A presentation from 1915 is engraved on the cuvette. The hinged back case is smooth finished and mint with a stylized ribbon script initial pattern on the back. "Patek Philippe & Cie Geneva Switzerland" is marked on the superb dial along with Arabic chapters and red 5-minute numerals, Gold Louis XIV hands are also presented. The movement is exquisite, it shows superior quality and is signed "18 Jewels Patek Philippe & Co. 8 Adjustments." It is also marked "Wright Kay & Co. Detroit." A circular disc regulator, beautiful ruby jewels and wolfs tooth winding gears are all features of this high-grade timepiece. $3,550.00

#23. PATEK PHILIPPE & CIE CHRONOMETRO GONDOLO POCKET WATCH

54mm 18K Gold, Open-Face, Stem-Set, No. 153,919 Circa 1910 R-4

This "Patek Philippe" signed heavy gold double hinge back case is near mint with engine turnings surrounding a circular overlay monogram on the back cover. The inner cuvette is signed "No. 153919 Patek Philippe & Cie Geneva Chronometro Gondolo." The gilt movement features twenty ruby jewels, a circular disc regulator, wolfs tooth winding gears, a solid gold train and sophisticated bi-metallic balance wheel. The movement is signed "Patek Philippe & Cie." The "Patek" signature also appears on the very fine single sunk dial which is marked "Chronometro Gondolo" above the subsidiary seconds track. Roman chapters and black 5-minute numerals are presented along with blue spade pointers. $4,050.00

#24. BENEDICT & BURNHAM RARE MINT LONG WIND POCKET WATCH

18 Size, Base Metal Open-Face, Circa 1880 R-4

It is extremely unusual to find a Benedict & Burnham long wind in good condition and this example is prime. It starts with a mint all original case with crisp engine turnings, a circular frame and a classic uninitialed shield appearing on the back cover. The upper winding crown is clearly marked with the patent date of May 21, 1878. The back cover can be removed and you can view the Waterbury patented long wind main spring cover which is engraved with numerous world locations and the "Benedict & Burnham Mfg. Co." signature. The original paper dial is nearly superb, only one small crease line appears at 1 o'clock otherwise it is perfect with original toning. The six spoke long wind duplex movement is in beautiful condition and visible through the central cutout on the front. The original hands are also featured on this like new rare Benedict & Burnham long wind. $1,825.00

#25. S. W. BENEDICT NEW YORK AMERICAN MARKET LEVER FUSEE POCKET WATCH

16 Size, Hallmark Sterling Open-Face, Keywind/Keyset, Circa 1855 R-3

This highly collectible Swiss lever fusee movement was made for the American market. The main plate is signed "S. W. Benedict New York." The movement has the serial number 546 and it features a 3-arm polished steel balance wheel. The antique white porcelain dial is very fine with Roman chapters, spade pointers and a black minute track. The timepiece comes in a excellent open face case which is engine turned on the back cover and reeded on the outer rim. $775.00

#26. UNITED STATES WATCH CO. GEORGE CHANNING MODEL POCKET WATCH

18 Size, Coin Silver Hunter's Case, Keywind/Keyset, No. 160,244 Circa 1872 R-3

Very collectible, this nickel full plate movement features fifteen ruby jewels and the signature "George Channing Marion N.J." The movement has a butterfly cutout above the pallet fork and the escape wheel. It is fronted by double swell blue spade pointers and a very fine Roman dial which is signed "United States Watch Co." The hunters case is engine turned on both sides and is in near mint condition. An uninitialed crest centers the front cover and a crisscross pattern decorates the outer rim. $1,025.00

#27. UNITED STATES WATCH COMPANY FAYETTE STRATTON MODEL POCKET WATCH WITH RARE ORIGINAL GOLD CASE

18 Size, 18K Gold, Hunter's Case, Push-Set No. 10027 Circa 1866 R-4

Very rare, this early gilt 17 jewel movement features a transitional or stem wind setup. The movement is signed "Fayette Stratton No. 10027 Marion, N.J." A butterfly cutout is found atop the counterpoised pallet fork and the escape wheel. The original porcelain dial is very fine and signed "United States Watch Co." It is marked with Roman chapters and is complemented by original butterfly hands. The ultra-rare gold hunters case is marked "U. S. W. Co." inside the front/back lids. It is finished with an uninitialed oval frame on the front cover and a reeded pattern along the outer rim. The case is in near mint condition. $3,550.00

#28. ELGIN MULTI-COLOR BOX HINGE HUNTERS CASE POCKET WATCH

12 Size, 14K Gold, Hunter's Case, Stem-Set, No. 25,157,420 Circa 1922 R-3

A beautiful floral bouquet in white, rose, yellow and green-gold centers the back cover of this case. The flower blossom is accented by a central diamond and swirls are engraved along the outer edges and the rim. The front features similar scallop engravings and multi-colored flowers which surround a central rose crest. The case is in mint condition. The porcelain dial is superb with Arabic chapters, red 5-minute numerals and spade pointers. The 3/4 plate 17 jewel nickel movement is nicely damaskeened. $1,525.00

#29. WALTHAM MULTI-COLOR BOX HINGE POCKET WATCH WITH FANCY DIAL TWO-TONE MOVEMENT

18 Size, 14K Gold, Hunter's Case, Lever-Set, No. 5,716,259 Circa 1890 R-4

In beautiful condition, this two-tone nickel Model 83 movement is marked "Adjusted 17 Jewels Appleton Tracy & Co." It carries blue open tulip-shaped hands and a very fine fancy porcelain dial. Gold flowers and archways appear at center and gold archways also decorate the outer perimeter of the wonderful dial, Arabic chapters are also featured. The case is very impressive and mint. A yellow-gold deer and multi-colored flowers appear in raised relief on the back cover. Diamond patterns and feather swirl engravings decorate the outer areas and the rim. The front features multi-colored flowers surrounding an uninitialed rose crest. $4,300.00

#30. WALTHAM RIVERSIDE MAXIMUS GOLD CASE POCKET WATCH

12 Size, 14K Gold, Open-Face, Stem-Set, No. 16,024,592 Circa 1907 R-3

This spectacular movement is signed "Waltham Riverside Maximus 23 Jewels." It features diamond jewels on the balance assembly and on the escape wheel pivot. The movement is marked "Adjusted" and it features checkerboard damaskeening, gold jewel settings and a gold train. The original colonial series double hinged back case is signed "Special Hand Made Keystone." The case is very elegant, mint and finished with a ribbon script monogram on the back cover. The dial is superb and marked with fancy Breguet style Arabic hour chapters and Breguet blue moon hands. $925.00

#31. BALL WATCH CO. OFFICIAL R R STANDARD POCKET WATCH WITH B OF R T COLORED DIAL

16 Size, Gold-Filled, Open-Face, Lever-Set, Railroad, NO. B210715 Circa 1904 R-4

This rare American railroad is highly collectible. The 3/4 plate movement is finished with circular damaskeening and is signed "19 Jewels Adjusted." It is marked "Official Standard" near the gold R R trademark logo. The Waltham made movement comes with gold jewel settings and a gold center wheel. It is fronted by an ultra-rare average dial which is signed "Trademark B of R T Standard Ball & Co. Cleveland." The B R T logo appears in brown, red and green overlay letters. Arabic chapters also mark this unique rare dial. The screw back/bezel case is finished with flowers, background engine turnings and an uninitialed rectangular frame on the back cover, the case is in mint condition. $1,625.00

#32. WALTHAM RARE SANTA FE SYSTEM DIAL WATCH WITH LOCOMOTIVE CASE GOLD FLASH MOVEMENT

18 Size, Gold-Filled, Hunter's Case, Lever-Set, No. 5,711,289 Circa 1890 R-4

Spectacular condition is one of the key elements of this fine American railroad timepiece. The case is mint with a wonderfully detailed locomotive appearing within a fancy floral frame on the back cover. A diagonal pattern decorates the rim of the hunters case and the front features an abundance of floral engravings surrounding an uninitialed central area. The dial is very fine, ultra-rare and collectible, it is single sunk and signed "Santa Fe Railway System Standard Dial" at center and is also marked "Waltham" above the seconds bit. Open blue tulip hands mark the dial along with black Arabic hour chapters and large outer black/red minute numerals. The Model 83 17 jewel nickel movement is beautifully damaskeened and finished with a bright-gold flash finish. It features ruby jewels in screw down settings, the main plate is signed "Appleton Tracy & Co. 17 Jewels." $2,300.00

#33. BALL OFFICIAL R R STANDARD WATCH BY ILLINOIS

16 Size, White-Gold Filled Open-Face, Lever-Set, Railroad, No. B800452 Circa 1928 R-5

Super rare, this 23 jewel ultra high-grade 3/4 plate movement was produced by Illinois for the Ball Company. The main plate is signed "Official Standard Motor Barrel Trademark Adjusted 5 Positions." The train bridge is signed "Ball Watch Co. Cleveland O, 23 Jewels." Ruby jewels in gold settings are presented along with circular damaskeening, a gold center wheel and a double roller. The original screw back/bezel case features a stirrup bow. The case is near mint with vertical striped patterns and an uninitialed rectangular frame appearing on the back. The porcelain dial is original, single sunk and superb with bold Arabic chapters and black circles at the 5-minute positions. The dial is signed "Ball Official R R Standard Cleveland." Fancy open work kite-style hands complete this all original rare Illinois Ball. $4,550.00

#34. SETH THOMAS MAGNIFICENT 25 JEWEL MAIDEN LANE

18 Size, Gold-Filled, Open-Face, Lever-Set, Railroad, No. 351,157 Circa 1896 R-5

Wonderful two-tone damaskeening appears on this ultra-rare 25 jewel Maiden Lane full plate movement. The movement is marked "Adjusted 5 Positions & Temperature" as well as "Safety Pinion." It comes with impressive ruby jewels in screw down settings and a jeweled main spring barrel. The double sunk porcelain dial is very fine, it is finished with black Arabic hour chapters, a black minute track and bright-red 24-hour numerals, blue spade pointers center the dial. The case is mint and beautifully engraved with background engine turnings, swirl/leaf patterns and an uninitialed fancy crest. A double beaded border appears on the rim of the mint condition case. $3,550.00

#35. E. HOWARD & CO. BOSTON SERIES IV WITH ORIGINAL CASE

Nmm Coin Silver Open-Face, Keywind/Keyset, No. 34,515 Circa 1869 R-4

All original and rare, this wonderful Howard is in first class condition, it has a superb dial signed "E. Howard & Co. Boston Pat. Feb. 1868." The dial is marked with Roman chapters as well as 5-minute numerals and a black minute track. The original blue steel umbrella-shaped hands are also presented. The extra-clean 3/4 plate gilt 15 jewel movement is signed "E. Howard & Co. Boston." It is marked "Adjusted" on the balance bridge and is quite unique with flush mount gold jewel settings rather than the typical raised cup design. The all original double hinged back silver case has the makers mark "F. M." within a rectangular hallmark inside the back cover. The case is plain polished and in near mint condition. $1,525.00

#36. WALTHAM EARLY PINNED PLATE P. S. BARTLETT KEYWIND

18 Size, Coin Silver Hunter's Case, Keywind/Keyset, No. 10,222 Circa 1857 R-4

This rare American Model 57 gilt movement is signed "P. S. Bartlett Waltham Mass. No. 10,222." It comes with a pinned plate design rather than the later style screw plate setup. The movement comes with clear sapphire jewels and an uncut 3-arm balance assembly. The 15 jewel mechanism carries a superb white enameled dial marked with Roman hour chapters which is centered by blue double swell blue spade pointers. The silver case is signed "A. T. & Co." inside the front lid. The case is engine turned and near mint. The case is engine turned and near mint, it is engraved with large leafy patterns on the front/back covers. A rare early Waltham! $2,550.00

#37. MAJESTIC WATCH CO. 8-DAY TIMEPIECE WITH QUARTER-HOUR REPEATER ALARM & ENAMELED BEZEL

3-1/4" Diameter Enameled Silver-Base Metal Open-Face, Stem-Set, Circa 1905 R-3

This wonderful desk clock is supported by a hinged silver back frame, the mint condition case comes with a beautifully enameled silver bezel which combines white enameled outer areas with deep-blue background areas and miniature white enameled roses. The enameled bezel surrounds a very fine white porcelain dial which is signed "8-Days." The dial is marked with Arabic chapters and is centered by blue spade pointers. A subsidiary alarm dial is located above the 6 o'clock position. The quarter-hour repeat mechanism is activated from a slide bar positioned on the edge of the base metal back case area. The back case is signed "Majestic Watch Co. Switzerland" and it features alarm functions. The 17 jewel gilt movement is beautifully designed, dependable, and in first class condition. $1,025.00

#38. SWISS MINT QUARTER-HOUR REPEATER WITH CHRONOGRAPH

54mm 14K Gold, Hunter's Case, Lever-Set, Circa 1900 R-3

Pristine condition is shown on this beautiful 20 jewel gilt 3/4 plate movement. The movement comes with a straight line escapement and a compensated balance. The repeat mechanism is activated from a gold push button located on the rim of the case. You can view the beautiful movement through an inner display glass and gold bezel. The inner cuvette of the case is engraved with numerous award medallions. The case is mint with a wonderful deeply ribbed sunray pattern appearing on both sides, the front cover also features an uninitialed oval frame near the hinge area. The dial is very attractive and superb, it is a beautiful golden dial with fancy engravings at center, black Arabic hour chapters, gold minute dots and an outer 1/5-second scale. The dial is complemented by blue spade pointers and a center fly back sweep second hand. $2,850.00

#39. LE ROY & FILS RARE QUARTER-HOUR REPEATER WITH MULTI-COLOR & ENAMEL CASE

36mm 18K Gold, Open-Face, Keywind/Keyset, Circa 1870 R-4

This is an exceptional and very unique near mint case. The case features numerous multi-colored flower and leaf motifs which appear in high raised relief on the back cover. This is combined with beautiful and delicate enameled blue, rose and green leaf/flower decorations. A reeded pattern decorates the rim of the case. The silver dial is engraved with delicate swirl and flower designs. Fancy open work hands and Roman chapters mark the very fine dial. The inner cuvette is signed "Le Roy & Fils No. 3806." The cylinder bridge movement is nicely jeweled to the third wheel. It features a ultra-thin profile which was very innovative at the time this watch was produced. The repeat mechanism is activated by lifting up on a gold plunger which is recessed in the pendant and the turning it to depress and activate the repeat mechanism. The hour and 1/4-hour chimes are struck by high polished steel hammers on inner gongs. $4,050.00

#40. SOLEIL WATCH CO. (SWISS) MINUTE REPEATER

51mm 18K Gold, Yellow-Gold, Open-Face, Pin-Set, Circa 1890s R-2

This 18K Gold, yellow-gold case which has engine turnings on the back and a floral crest which is engraved is in near mint condition. The case has a number 77224 and it houses a 15 jewel minute repeating movement made by the Soleil Watch Company. This gilted movement contains a lever escapement and is in wonderful condition. On top of 3/4 plate pin-set movement is a very fine double sunk dial that contains black Arabic hour chapters and a black outer minute track. The blue spade pointer hands tells the time on this piece. This minute repeater is an inexpensive example of the wonderful craftsmanship at the turn-of-the-century. $2,250.00

#41. SWISS MINUTE REPEATING CHRONOGRAPH

54mm 14K Gold, Lever-Set, Circa 1900s R-4

This 18 jewel minute repeating movement is gilded and in near mint condition. This watch is made by the Talma Watch Co. and is a lever-set push button repeating chronograph which contains a lever escapement. This watch has a superb porcelain dial with black Arabic hour chapters and a outer minute track with a 1/5-second outer calibrations on the outer rim. The hands on this piece are blue Breguet hands with a black sweep second hand. This piece is in a 14K Gold, near mint condition case. The case has a sunburst design with an uninitialed frame on the front. The case number is 207552. This beautiful case has award medallions on the inner cuvette. This is a great chance to get a complicated repeater for a reasonable price! $5,050.00

#42. NON-MAGNETIC WATCH CO. HIGH-GRADE MINUTE REPEATER

50mm 18K Gold, Open-Face, Stem-Set, Circa 1900s R-5

This plain polished 18K Gold, near mint open face case houses a phenomenal Non-Magnetic Watch Company slide minute repeater. The inner cuvette is marked "Non-Magnetic Watch Co." and has the Paillard's compensation balance spring. The case number on this piece is No. 6831. This case holds a wonderful heavy damaskeened Non-Magnetic Watch Co. minute repeating movement fully jeweled. This thirty-five jewel movement has fancy wavy line damaskeening with a lever escapement, it is also number 6831 to match the case. This movement is a stunning example of Swiss ingenuity. This movement lets you know the time by a very fine double sunk porcelain dial with black Arabic hour chapters and red 5-minute numerals. It also contains a black minute chapter and has gold Louis XIV hands. This stunning high jeweled movement makes this a piece which no repeater collector should go without! $5,050.00

#43. GOSSELIN (PARIS) QUARTER-HOUR VERGE REPEATER

48mm Silver Case Open-Face, Keywind/Keyset, Circa 1715 R-6

This beautifully engraved fire gilt fusee movement has a pierced and engraved single footed balance cock. The balance cock has wonderful engraving of sea shells and floral designs and the movement has tapered cylindrical pillars. This mint condition movement is protected by a signed silver dust cap. The near mint condition silver case is pierced to enhance the sound of the steel cased bell. When the repeat mechanism is activated, the holes in the case allow for a very clear loud repeating sound. This wonderful watch has a very fine porcelain dial with black Roman hour chapters and black 5-minute markers on the exterior along the outer minute track. This piece contains gold Louis XIV hands. It has an all around wonderful early verge repeater! $3,000.00

#44. MASSOT (GENEVE) QUARTER-HOUR PUMP REPEATING VERGE

56mm Gold & Silver Case Open-Face, Keywind/Keyset, Circa 1790 R-5

This beautiful very fine white porcelain dial has black Arabic hour chapters and a black outer minute track. The dial is signed "Prignan a Paris" and it contains gold sunburst design hands. This dial sits on a quarter-hour repeating verge which is fire gilted. This two-footed balance cock is engraved with figures of dragons and free flowing designs. This wonderful movement is housed in an interesting gold and silver case. The case is in near mint condition and is engine turned. The silver case has gold trim and a gold engraved crest. It also contains an inner cuvette, signed "Prignan a Paris." $3,550.00

#45. BREGUET & FILS QUARTER-HOUR REPEATER

52mm 18K Gold, Open-Face, Keywind/Keyset, Circa 1800 R-4

This breathtaking gilded verge movement contains a two-footed balance cock which is beautifully engraved and pierced. This movement is protected by a dust cover signed "Breguet & Fils." The 18K Gold, open face gold case is in near mint condition, engine turned background with an uninitialed crest at the bottom. This piece has a very fine dial, signed "Breguet & Fils" which contains black Arabic hour chapters with black outer minute track. The blue/gold spade pointers let you know what time it is. This piece shows very little wear for its age and would be a great addition to anyone's collection. . $3,050.00

#46. ROY A PARIS VERGE FUSEE WITH MULTI-COLOR GOLD & ENAMEL CASE

37mm 18K Gold, Pair Case Open-Face, Keywind/Keyset, Circa 1790 R-3

Fancy baluster pillars support the plates of this verge fusee movement. The mechanism is signed "Roy a Paris" and it is topped by a two-footed pierced balance cock in a circular silver disc regulator. The porcelain dial is very fine and marked with Roman chapters and black 5-minute numerals along with gold Louis XIV hands. The inner gold case is smooth finished and in near mint condition. The outer near mint case features a beautiful enameled portrait of a lady. This central portrait is surrounded by paste stones. Stones also decorate the multi-colored leaf/flower patterns which surround the outer edge. The front bezel of the near mint outer case is also ornamented with wonderful decorative paste stones. $1,825.00

#47. VACHER (PARIS) WONDERFUL GOLD & ENAMEL VERGE

35mm 18K Gold, Open-Face, Keywind/Keyset, Circa 1795 R-3

This rare and unique miniature verge movement is signed "Vaucher Paris." It comes with a delicate, pierced, two-footed, balance cock and a silver disc regulator, cylindrical pillars support the movement. Fancy rose-gold serpentine hands center the beautiful dial which is superb and marked with black minute and black Roman hour chapters. The fabulous case is fully decorated with gold ribbon work around the outer edges. It is finished with a royal-blue enameled background area set on a circular guilloche ground on the back cover. The center point of this enameled design combines cherry-red with green and white colors to form a star burst motif. The case is in wonderful near mint condition. $1,825.00

#48. VACHER (PARIS) MULTI-COLOR GOLD & PEARL CASED VERGE

37mm 18K Gold, Open-Face, Keywind/Keyset, Circa 1810 R-3

Seed-pearls form a beautiful border around the front of this near mint condition case. Multi-colored leaf patterns decorate the back cover and the back central area. Delicate miniature flowers and beautiful braided rope designs also appear on the rare early gold case. The verge movement is signed "Vacher Paris No. 153." A beautifully pierced 2-footed balance cock and a circular silver disc top the mechanism which is supported by barrel-shaped pillars. Gold pointers and Roman hour chapters mark the average porcelain dial along with 5-minute numerals. $1,525.00

#49. R. J. POXON (ALFORD) VERGE FUSEE WITH INTRIGUING DIAL

57mm Sterling Pair Case Open-Face, Keywind/Keyset, Circa 1835 R-3

Very unique, this wonderful superb dial combines a white enamel chapter ring with Roman hour chapters with a gilt centerpiece decorated with engraved swirl designs. The gilt outer portion of the combination is engraved "Keep Me Clean & Use Me Well And To You The Truth Will Tell." The dial is superb and centered by solid gold spade pointers. The verge fusee full plate movement is signed "R. J. Poxon Alford" on the main plate. The single footed balance cock is nicely pierced and engraved with a mask at center. A flat steel 3-arm balance wheel controls the verge escapement. The inner and outer silver cases protecting this collectible timepiece are all original, plain polished and both are near mint. $975.00

#50. STOAKES EARLY VERGE WITH DATE

51mm Sterling Pair Case Open-Face, Keywind/Keyset, Circa 1765 R-3

This fire gilt verge fusee movement is signed "Stoakes London 20870." It features a fancy filigree frame which surrounds a silver disc regulator along with a 2-footed pierced balance cock and a 3-arm flat steel balance wheel. Fancy baluster pillars are also presented. The champleve silver dial is signed "Stoakes" on a central banner. A open date window appears below center. The dial is very fine with black enameled Roman hour chapters, golden circular medallions and black outer 5-minute numerals. Gold spade pointers center the dial. The silver inner/outer cases are both smooth finished and in near mint condition. $1,775.00

#51. SWISS MULTI-DIAL CALENDAR WITH EXPOSED BALANCE

56mm Sterling Open-Face, Keywind/Keyset, Circa 1790 R-4

Very collectible, this interesting timepiece features a verge fusee movement which carries the balance in a open frame at the top of the dial. The balance cock is beautifully pierced and mounted with a ruby endstone. The golden dial is chased with fancy swirl patterns and the three white enameled sub dials show the day, date and time. The hours are marked with Arabic chapters and the time dial is centered by Breguet moon hands, the condition is very fine. The gilt back plate of the movement carries a very large advance retard (fast/slow regulator pointer) and the gilt plate is finished with flower/leaf engraved patterns. The silver case is embellished with a beautiful sunburst background and a garden scene featuring a young lady playing a harp and a gentleman playing a recorder, the case is in mint condition. $2,550.00

#52. MARKAVIT MARKAM (LONDON) QUADRUPLE CASED VERGE FOR THE TURKISH MARKET

Outer Case Measures 3-1/4" Silver-Tortoise Open-Face, Keywind/Keyset, Circa 1835 R-3

Beautifully marked with Turkish figures and a black minute track. this very fine white enamel dial is signed "Markavit Markam London," gold Breguet moon hands center the dial. The impressive, extra-sharp, verge fusee movement is centered by a very large, wide footed, pierced balance cock. The dial is signed "Markavit Markam London." The inner silver case which holds the timepiece is silver, plain polished, 51mm in diameter and in mint condition. The next case is also silver, plain polished, mint and 16mm in diameter. The third case is ornamented with pin tortoise on the front and back, the condition is near mint and this case measures 67mm across. The final outer closed case is a very impressive, large, silver case which is decorated with a six point star motif on the back cover and a embossed flower design on the front. This case measures 1-3/4" in diameter, the total weight of this rare item is nearly 10 oz. Very collectible! $2,850.00

#53. HY., AM. DEONNA (GENEVE) VERGE FUSEE WITH FANCY DIAL GOLD CASE

47mm 18K Gold, Open-Face, Keywind/Keyset, Circa 1795 R-3

Beautifully shaded, this very fine fancy dial features colored portraits of two young ladies at center. The dial is signed "Hy. Am. Deonna." The dial is marked with Arabic numerals and gold Breguet moon hands. The gilt verge fusee movement is extra-sharp, it is also signed "Deonna." The movement is centered by a finely pierced two-footed cock and a silver disk regulator. The rare solid gold case is ornamented with small seed-pearls on the decorative front bezel. Blue enamel ornaments the upper pendant area and the back is engraved with a country village scene. Sail boats appear on the beautiful riverside scene as well as miniature leaf/flower patterns. Small pearls also ornament the four corners on the outer back edge, the case is in near mint condition. $2,300.00

#54. ELLICOTT LONDON RARE CYLINDER FUSEE REPOUSSE CASE

50mm Hallmark Silver Pair Case Open-Face, Keywind/Keyset, No. 4234 Circa 1760 R-4

The condition of this rare and wonderful high-grade fusee movement is exceptional. The movement is centered by a finely pierced single footed balance cock with a diamond endstone in a steel mount. The mechanism is signed "Ellicot 4234 London." A silver disc regulator is positioned on the top plate and the cylinder escapement connects to a flat steel 3-arm balance wheel. The pillars on this timepiece are exceptionally beautiful with a wonderful fancy shape and highly detailed piercing. The porcelain dial is very fine with Roman chapters and a black minute track, steel beetle and poker hands are also presented. The inner case is plain polished and near mint. The case is numbered 4234 to match the movement. The outer repousse silver case is in near mint condition and it shows a mythological scene with a centurion and a seated lady. Fancy scroll and flower patterns ornament the outer areas. $3,800.00

John Ellicott (1706-1772) was a most eminent watch and clock maker. His productions were distinguished by excellent workmanship and his cylinder escapement watches were renown as the best ever produced.

#55. SWISS BEAUTIFUL OVAL EGG FORM WATCH

55mm x Approx. 75mm Unmarked Silver Closed Case Circa 1740s R-4

A crucifix scene appears in raised relief along with swirl and flower patterns on the back of this impressive near mint oval egg form case. The outer center band is also chased with raised intertwined leaf decorations. The front cover is pierced around a central crucifix scene and it hinges open to reveal a inner silver oval frame which is engraved with leaf patterns. The central gilt dial is superb and chased with flower and swirls at center. Champleve enameled Roman hour chapters mark the dial. The verge fusee movement carries a beautifully pierced two-footed balance cock and a filigree top frame. The movement is surrounded by an oval silver support frame which is fully engraved with ornate decorations. $3,550.00

#56. N. FORTIN PARIS EARLY SINGLE HAND OIGNON

56mm Brass Open-Face, Keywind/Keyset, Circa 1860 R-5

This highly impressive magnificent gilt verge movement is supported by pierced Egyptian-style pillars. The movement is centered by a large 2-footed balance cock which is beautifully pierced to form fish and bird motifs as well as swirl and flower designs. The movement is signed "N. Fortin a Paris." It features a blue steel comb-style regulator and a flat steel 3-arm balance wheel. The dial is very fine with black Roman hour chapters set on white enameled cartouches. A white enameled central minute ring also marks this beautiful gilt and porcelain dial. A single gilt Fleur-de-lis form hand is presented. The excellent condition case features a series of leaf, vine and ribbon patterns on the outer edges and a small scene with a fairy figure and a seated Cherub on the back cover. $5,550.00

#57. HEINRICH PEFFENHAUSER AUGSBURG EARLY VERGE WITH ALARM & SHAGREEN CASE

58mm Silver-Shagreen Pair Case Open-Face, Keywind/Keyset, Circa 1650 R-7

This rare early gilt verge fusee movement is supported by pierced tulip form pillars. The mechanism is signed "Heinrich Peffenhauser" and is centered by a single footed pierced balance cock decorated with a Cherub like mask and a bird design. The top plate is beautifully ornamented with a swirl filigree frame and a silver disc regulator. The alarm main spring barrel is also beautifully pierced and the alarm sounds from a steel hammer striking an inner steel bell. The inner silver case is wonderfully pierced and decorated, it is in near mint condition. The outer silver case is also mint with a light-green shagreen pinned to the silver case, circular resonating holes appear along the outer edges. The champleve silver dial is superb with large Roman chapters. A single fancy form blue steel time indicator hand points to a central minute chapter and the blue steel alarm index hand centers a signed inner gilt alarm disc. This renowned maker is known for several important works, one timepiece which is housed in the British museum and a early table clock which is housed in the Kunshistorische Museum in Vienna. $8,550.00

#58. VACHERON & CONSTANTIN PLATINUM & GOLD 5-MINUTE REPEATER

46mm Platinum-18K Gold, Open-Face, Stem-Set, No. 370473 Circa 1918 R-6

Beautifully designed, this sophisticated nickel bridge movement is signed "Vacheron & Constantin." It is also marked "29 Jewels 8 Adjustments Bigelow Kennard & Co. Boston No. 370473." The movement is jeweled through the repeat hammers and features a high-quality straight line lever escapement with compensated balance. The 5-minute repeat mechanism is activated from a yellow-gold slide on the yellow-gold rim. The near mint case features a platinum back which is plain polished. The back is numbered to match the movement and the case also comes with a platinum bow pendant and front bezel. The average silver dial is marked with yellow-gold Arabic hour chapters and silver minute dots, it is signed "Vacheron & Constantin" and is centered by Breguet moon hands. $5,550.00

#59. H. GOLAY LONDON HIGH-GRADE KARRUSEL WITH CLASS A KEW CERTIFICATE

50mm 18K Gold, Hunter's Case, Pin-Set, Circa 1880 R-7

This spectacular 3/4 plate mint gilt movement is signed "Kew Certificate Class A 88.2 Marks London No. 155 H. Golay 46 Middleton Square." The movement features a sophisticated karrusel regulator. The Bonniksen style karrusel rotates once every 52-1/2 minutes. The bi-metallic balance wheel comes with gold timing screws and a diamond endstone. Cap jewels appear on the pallet fork pivot and the pointed tooth escape wheel pivot. The movement is jeweled to the center wheel and is in beautiful condition. The porcelain dial is superb with Roman chapters and a black minute track. Double swell blue spade pointers are also presented. The original heavy gold case is plain polished and in mint condition. $9,050.00

#60. SIR JOHN BENNETT LTD LONDON MINUTE REPEATER WITH PERPETUAL CALENDAR & CHRONOGRAPH WITH REGISTER

55mm 18K Gold, Hunter's Case, Pin-Set, Circa 1880 R-8

Impressive engravings decorate both sides of this massive and heavy near mint gold hunters case. The front is centered by an uninitialed crest set within an oval frame. Braided ribbon work surrounds miniature flowers along the outer edges and on the rim of the decorative case. The inner cuvette is signed "Maker To The Royal Observatory Sir John Bennett 65 & 64 Cheapside London." This signature also appears on the complicated 3/4 plate gilt movement. The movement carries the serial number 173540. The repeat mechanism is activated from a gold slide bar on the case rim. The movement features twenty ruby jewels, a lateral lever escapement, a bi-metallic compensated balance wheel with blue steel hairspring and a micro-metric regulator. The movement also features a unique inclined style ratchet wheel for winding. The movement is a sophisticated design by Nicole Nielsen & Co. who were the leading manufacturers of complicated watches in late 19th. century London. The very fine porcelain dial is beautiful in design, it is marked with Roman chapters, outer 1/5-second calibrations and 5-minute numerals. Gold spade pointers center the dial along with a blue center sweep second hand which is activated from a gold push button on the case rim. A minute register is shown at the 12 o'clock position along with a colorful blue/gold moon phase disc. Day, date and month dials are also exhibited with blue steel arrow form hands. $27,550.00

 

* Rarity Grade

A select group of watches have been assigned a "rarity grade" which will appear in the description heading.  The total production number of U.S. made pocket watches and vintage wristwatches are fairly well known and accessible, unlike the large and more varied output of European makers and of early horological examples.  Therefore, this simplified 1 thru 10 numerical grade is designed to assist collectors and investors in determining the scaricty of a given timepiece in todays market (#1 is considered common to #10, which is an extremely rare item).

The following factors are the basis of assigned rarity levels:

(a) Market availability, both past and present.

(b) Technical quality and innovative design.

(c) Historical importance.

(d) Condition in relationship to other examples of similar type.

(e) Artistic case design, i.e. enamel, unusual shape or form pieces.

(f) Low survival rate of similar types.

(g) Investment potential for increase in demand and price.

A rarity grade will be assigned to highlight items which offer strong investment potential (generally items of level 5 thru 10).  We hope this will assist you when making purchasing descisioins, and we encourage you to call if more information or details are needed.  1-800-424-5353.

** CASE AND MOVEMENT GRADING

UNUSED - 100% - Never worn, no problems whatsoever, looks the same as it did when it left the jeweler's store.  Watches in this condition are seldom seen and comman significan t premiums.

MINT - 90% - 99% - A seldom used watch showing very minor handling blemishes.

NEAR MINT - 80% - 89% - Shows evidence of occasional use, no easily noticeable signs of wear.  A very presentable watch.

EXCELLENT - 70% - 79% - Wear and occasional use are evident, but there may be minor brass on gold-filled cases.  There may be minor dings or scratches.

FAIR - 50% - 69% - Daily and frequent use are obvious, easily noticable brass and wear, and possible dings and scratches.

***DIAL GRADING

SUPERB - No hairlines, scratches, cracks, flakes or chips visible.  In metal dials, full original color, no stains, blemishes or scratches.

VERY FINE -Very attractive but has a light hairline or a couple of edge flakes.

AVERAGE - A few hairlines or a well repaired flake can be found.  In metal dials, some discoloration or other slight problems.

BELOW AVERAGE - some damage or other serious problems.  In metal dials, discoloration to a point where it should be refinished.

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