Antique Pocket Watches & Vintage Wrist Watches from Richard Gilbert Ashland Investments

1. Solid 12K Rose Gold Victorian Ladies Slide Chain with Amethyst Slide U.S. R 7 ˝ (Rarity on a scale of #1 being very common to #10 being extremely rare.) Experts Opinion: 15 dwt. or 23.3 grams chain link 48” long ladies slide chain with Amethyst slide. Near mint! Price: $800.00
2. Outstanding Fancy Dial 1-Size Ladies Coin Silver Open Face C.H. Meylan 18-Jewel Pocket Watch Swiss; C.H. Meylan; Lady’s; Serial #8,942; Circa: 1890 CASE: The coin silver #74,199 plain 35mm/1-size case features an open face. DIAL: This off white and gold fancy porcelain dial displays Roman numerals, filigree hands, and is signed “C.H. Meylan.” MOVT: This 18-jewel #8,942, stem-set, fully adjusted movement with lever escapement is nickel with a bridge style layout and is signed. C 2 (The case is in perfect condition.) D 2 (The dial is in perfect condition.) M 3 (The movement is in very good condition.) R 8 (Rarity on a scale of #1 being very common to #10 being extremely rare.) Experts Opinion: Rare superb fancy dialed beauty for the one you love. Silver neck chain available upon request. Price: $450.00
3. Deco Black & Yellow Fully Enameled Swiss Ladies Flexible Lapel Watch by Ditisheim Swiss; Ditisheim; Lady’s; Serial #8,910; Circa: 1910 CASE: The sterling silver 22mm x 23mm case features an open face and geometric/enamel decorations. DIAL: This silver metal dial displays Arabic numerals and spade hands. MOVT: This 8-jewel, #8,910 stem-set movement with lever escapement is nickel with a bridge style layout and is signed. C 2 (The case is in perfect condition.) D 2 (The dial is in perfect condition.) M 2 (The movement is in perfect condition.) R 8 ˝ (Rarity on a scale of #1 being very common to #10 being extremely rare.) Experts Opinion: Hinged on an enameled clasp this super conditioned deco timepiece is ready for your lady to wear. Price: $775.00
4. 14K 3/0-Size Ladies Open Face Embossed Floral & Diamonds Elgin Lapel Watch U.S.; Elgin; Lady’s; Serial #18,500,978; Circa: 1914 CASE: The 14K yellow 3/0-size #4,906,672 case features an open face, floral decorations with diamonds, and is signed “K.W.C. Co.” DIAL: This white porcelain single sunk dial displays Arabic numerals, spade hands, and is signed “Elgin.” MOVT: This 15-jewel #18,500,978 stem-set movement with lever escapement is nickel with a ľ plate layout and is signed. C 2 (The case is in perfect condition.) D 2 (The dial is in perfect condition.) M 2 (The movement is in perfect condition.) Experts Opinion: 3-6 pt. diamonds of H color/VVs clarity are set in embossed high relief flowers. An art nouveau masterpiece in design! Price: $1,225.00
5. 17-Jewel Illinois 16-Size Gold-Filled Enameled Pond, Floral, & Bird Scene with Fancy Dial Pocket Watch U.S.; Illinois; Man’s; Serial #2,292,187; Circa: 1910 CASE: The rose gold-filled 16-size case features an open face and floral, enamel, and bird decorations. DIAL: This white and gold porcelain fancy single sunk dial displays Arabic numerals and Breguet hands. MOVT: This 17-jewel #2,292,187 lever-set movement with lever escapement is nickel with a bridge style layout and is signed. C 2 (The case is in perfect condition.) D 2 (The dial is in perfect condition.) M 2 (The movement is in perfect condition.) R 8 ˝ (Rarity on a scale of #1 being very common to #10 being extremely rare.) Experts Opinion: A real beauty! Lovely enamel scene and in superb condition. Price: $800.00
6. 7-Jewel Edgemere with Sepia Painted Back Scene of the French Arch of Triumph Pocket Watch U.S.; Edgemere; Man’s; Serial #1,059,527; Circa: 1895 CASE: The rose gold-filled 18-size case features an open face and enamel Arch of Triumph decoration. DIAL: This white porcelain dial displays Roman numerals, spade hands, and is signed “Edgemere.” MOVT: This 7-jewel stem-set #1,059,527 movement with lever escapement is nickel with a full plate layout and is signed. C 3 (The case is in very good condition.) D 2 (The dial is in perfect condition.) M 2 (The movement is in perfect condition.) R 8 ˝ (Rarity on a scale of #1 being very common to #10 being extremely rare.) Experts Opinion: Very unusual case with a rare back painted scene. Case is from the same era as the movement. Price: $575.00
7. A Beautiful & Perfect Valentines 16-Size Open Face Heart Cut-Out Extra Fancy Dialed Silver Pocket Timepiece Swiss; Unisex; Serial #4; Circa: 1890 CASE: The .800 silver 16-size 50mm #4 case features an open face, floral/machined/barleycorn decorations and a heart cutout on the front lid. DIAL: The dial is a white porcelain unique fancy dial. MOVT: This 7-jewel pin-set #4 movement with cylinder escapement is nickel with a full plate layout. C 3 (The case is in very good condition.) D 2 (The dial is in perfect condition.) M 2 (The movement is in perfect condition.) R 9 (Rarity on a scale of #1 being very common to #10 being extremely rare.) Experts Opinion: What a wonderful and beautiful timepiece. A treasure to cherish! Price: $475.00
8. New/Old Stock 3/0-Size Coin Silver with Gold Inlay Ladies Hunter Case Lapel Watch Swiss; Lady’s; Serial #24,705; Circa: 1900 CASE: The .800 rose silver 30mm, 3/0-size #24,705 hunter case features floral inlayed nose decorations. DIAL: This white porcelain dial displays Roman numerals and filigree hands. MOVT: This 8-jewel #24,705 pin-set movement with cylinder escapement is gilt with a bridge style layout. C 2 (The case is in perfect condition.) D 1 (The dial is as new condition.) M 2 (The movement is in perfect condition.) R 8 (Rarity on a scale of #1 being very common to #10 being extremely rare.) Experts Opinion: Lady May series. New never sold and perfect as new! A couple of minor scratches on the interior of the lids. Price: $400.00
9. Unbelievable New/Unsold 14-Size Swiss .800 Silver Fancy Engraved Gent’s Hunters Case Pocket Watch Swiss; Man’s; Serial #200,248; Circa: 1900 CASE: The .800 silver 14-size, 48mm #200,248 hunter case features floral/machined & geometric decorations. DIAL: This white porcelain single sunk dial displays Roman numerals and filigree hands. MOVT: This 6-jewel #200,248 lever-set movement with lever escapement is gilt with a bridge style layout. C 2 (The case is in perfect condition.) D 2 (The dial is in perfect condition.) M 2 (The movement is in perfect condition.) R 8 ˝ (Rarity on a scale of #1 being very common to #10 being extremely rare.) Experts Opinion: Amazing this could have survived over 100-years without use. A rare collectors watch. Price: $425.00
10. Alpine Hunter (Hiker) Scene 16-Size .900 Fine Silver Niello Gent’s Hunter Case Pocket Watch Swiss; Man’s; Circa: 1890 CASE: The coin silver 16-size, 50mm #10,854 hunter case features enamel niello deer and hiker scenes. DIAL: This white porcelain dial displays Roman numerals and has spade hands. MOVT: This 15-jewel lever-set movement with lever escapement is gilt with a bridge style layout. C 3 (The case is in very good condition.) D 2 (The dial is in perfect condition.) M 2 (The movement is in perfect condition.) R 8 ˝ (Rarity on a scale of #1 being very common to #10 being extremely rare.) Experts Opinion: Rare to find undamaged niello cases. This wonderful watch is un-chipped and has a gold colored hiker inlayed on the front with deer scene on the reverse. Price: $800.00
11. Rare Brass Folding Compass, Sun Dial Configuration France; Circa: 1850’s CASE: The case is 50mm x 50mm. C 3 (The case is in very good condition.) D 3-8 (The dial is in very good condition-ozydized.) R 9 (Rarity on a scale of #1 being very common to #10 being extremely rare.) Experts Opinion: Seldom offered for sale, a true collector’s item. Price: $775.00
12. Exciting 24-Hour Dial Tavannes Gilt & Gun Metal Gent’s Pocket Watch Swiss; Tavannes; Man’s; Circa: 1890 Complications: 24-hour dial CASE: The gun metal gilt 16-size #10 plain case features an open face and is signed “P.F.” DIAL: This white porcelain 24-hour dial displays Arabic numerals and spade hands. MOVT: This 7-jewel pin-set movement with lever escapement is gilt with a ľ plate layout and is signed. C 3 (The case is in very good condition.) D 3-22 (The dial is in very good condition-slightly restored.) M 3 (The movement is in very good condition.) R 9 (Rarity on a scale of #1 being very common to #10 being extremely rare.) Experts Opinion: Hour hand travels entire dial in 24-hour intervals. A rare item that is seldom offered for sale. Price: $800.00
13. Unusual Month, Day, & Date Calendar Man’s Nickel 16-Size Open Face Pocket Watch with Reverse Crest Swiss; Man’s; Circa: 1890 CASE: The nickel 16-size case features an open face and crest royal decoration. DIAL: This silver metal dial displays Roman numerals and spade hands. MOVT: This 7-jewel pin-set movement with lever escapement is nickel with a ľ plate layout. C 3 (The case is in very good condition.) D 2 (The dial is in perfect condition.) M 3 (The movement is in very good condition.) R 8 ˝ (Rarity on a scale of #1 being very common to #10 being extremely rare.) Experts Opinion: Clean and sharp, possibly a royal crest. (needs to be research) A complicated timepiece! Price: $925.00
14. Rare 16-Size New York Standout Direct Dial Pulse Meter Open Face Pocket Watch U.S.; H. Holtz; Man’s; Serial #GC006163; Circa: 1905 CASE: The silveroid 14-size, 50mm #561,092 plain case is signed “Philadelphia Watch Case Co.” DIAL: This white porcelain single sunk dial displays Arabic numerals, spade hands, and is fully signed. MOVT: This 7-jewel #GC006163 stem-set movement with lever escapement is nickel with a full plate layout and is signed. C 3 (The case is in very good condition.) D 2 (The dial is in perfect condition.) M 2 (The movement is in perfect condition.) R 9 (Rarity on a scale of #1 being very common to #10 being extremely rare.) Experts Opinion: A spectacular dial, fully signed and use explained. A perfect watch for that special doctor! Price: $1,525.00
15. Exceptional Retro Grade Fly Back Digital Swiss Gold-Filled 16-Size Open Face Pocket Watch Swiss; Man’s; Serial #27,838; Circa: 1895 Complications: Digital/Retro-grade CASE: The yellow gold-filled 16-size #18,889 case features an open face and floral/crest decorations. DIAL: This silver metal retro/fly back dial displays Arabic numerals, spade hands, and is signed “Cigarillos Excelsior.” MOVT: This 15-jewel #27,838 stem-set movement with lever escapement is nickel with a bridge style layout. C 3-15 (The case is in very good condition-slightly worn.) D 2 (The dial is in perfect condition.) M 3 (The movement is in very good condition.) R 9 (Rarity on a scale of #1 being very common to #10 being extremely rare.) Experts Opinion: Hours are digital and minutes are retro-grade/fly back, sub seconds. A true gem! Price: $1,225.00
16. Sweet 6-Size Gold-Filled Multi-Colored Ladies Elgin Hunter Case Pocket Watch U.S.; Elgin; Lady’s; Serial #6,660,830; Circa: 1896 CASE: The multi-colored, gold-filled 6-size #2,637,385 hunter case features floral & bird decorations, and is signed “Keystone.” DIAL: This white porcelain dial displays Roman numerals, spade hands, and is signed “Elgin.” MOVT: This 7-jewel #6,660,830 stem-set movement with lever escapement is gilt with a ľ plate layout and is signed. C 3 (The case is in very good condition.) D 2 (The dial is in perfect condition.) M 2 (The movement is in perfect condition.) R 7 ˝ (Rarity on a scale of #1 being very common to #10 being extremely rare.) Experts Opinion: Four colors of gold show floral and bird scenes. A great gift for your lady! Price: $525.00
17. Cool Stag Multi-Gold 4-Color 16-Size Hunter Case Fancy Dialed Elgin Gent’s Pocket Watch U.S.; Elgin; Man’s; Serial #4,721,552; Circa: 1892 CASE: The multi-color gold-filled 16-size, 52mm #68,842 hunter case features floral and stag decorations. DIAL: This white, gold, silver, black, purple porcelain fancy dial displays Roman numerals, spade hands, and is signed “Elgin.” MOVT: This 7-jewel #4,721,552 lever-set movement with lever escapement is gilt with a ľ plate layout and is signed. C 3 (The case is in very good condition.) D 3-50 (The dial is in very good condition-hairline(s) barely visible.) M 3-6 (The movement is in very good condition-patinated.) R 8 ˝ (Rarity on a scale of #1 being very common to #10 being extremely rare.) Experts Opinion: High relief stag in marsh sets this watch into a category of its own. Rich colored dial is a bonus to the collector. Price: $925.00
18. Very Rare O.G. Murray Railroad Inspector for the Santa Fe Railroad Illinois 16-Size Open Face Pocket Watch U.S.; Illinois; Man’s; Serial #2,111,114; Circa: 1908 CASE: The rose gold-filled 16-size #11,452,519 case features an open face and is signed “O.G. Murry (Santa Fe)/Dueber”. DIAL: This off white, gold, silver, black & blue fancy porcelain double sunk dial displays Arabic numerals, spade hands, and is signed “O.G.M.” MOVT: This 17-jewel #2,111,114 lever-set movement with lever escapement is nickel with a ľ plate layout and is signed. C 3 (The case is in very good condition.) D 3-44 (The dial is in very good condition-two hairlines.) M 2 (The movement is in perfect condition.) R 9 (Rarity on a scale of #1 being very common to #10 being extremely rare.) Experts Opinion: Exceedingly rare railroad inspector loaner watch. Fully marked and quite nice! Price: $1,225.00
19. Outrageous 18-Size Fabulous Fancy Dial 17-Jewel Waltham Man’s Gold-Filled Open Face Pocket Watch U.S.; Waltham; Man’s; Serial #5,098,926; Circa: 1890 CASE: The rose gold-filled 18-size #2,437,786 case features an open face, floral/crest decorations, and is signed “Dueber 14K Special” DIAL: This fancy porcelain dial displays Arabic numerals, fancy Louis XIV hands and is signed “Waltham”. MOVT: This 17-jewel, lever-set #5,098,926 is fully adjusted with lever escapement is nickel with a ľ plate layout and is signed. C 2 (The case is in perfect condition.) D 2 (The dial is in perfect condition.) M 2 (The movement is in perfect condition.) R 8 (Rarity on a scale of #1 being very common to #10 being extremely rare.) Experts Opinion: Perfect in all respects. A treasure in condition and beauty! A very rare dial! Hurry! Price: $1,025.00
20. Scarce Hidden Key 4oz. Coin Open Face Waltham Home Watch Co. Key Wind/Key Set Gent’s Pocket Watch with Key U.S.; Waltham; Man’s; Serial #351,660; Circa: 1867 CASE: The coin silver 18-size #X1312 4oz. plain case features an open face and is signed “Junior Coin.” DIAL: This white porcelain dial displays Roman numerals and has spade hands. MOVT: This 11-jewel #351,660 key-set movement with lever escapement is gilt with a full plate layout and is signed. C 3 (The case is in very good condition.) D 3 (The dial is in very good condition.) M 3 (The movement is in very good condition.) R 8 ˝ (Rarity on a scale of #1 being very common to #10 being extremely rare.) Experts Opinion: Heavy coin, early period movement screw top (hidden key) case makes this one rare watch. Highly sought case! Price: $800.00
21. Exceptional United States (Marion) Watch Company with Privately Signed Nickel Movement 18-Size Coin Key Wind/Key Set Hunter Case Pocket Watch U.S.; Marion; Man’s; Serial #26,080; Circa: 1875 CASE: The coin silver 18-size #1,794 hunter case features floral decorations and is signed “Dunseath.” DIAL: This white porcelain single sunk dial displays Roman numerals, spade hands, and is signed “United States Watch Co.” MOVT: This 15-jewel #26,080 key-set movement with lever escapement is nickel with a full plate layout and is signed. C 3 (The case is in very good condition.) D 3-53 (The dial is in very good condition-very slightly chipped.) M 3 (The movement is in very good condition.) R 9 (Rarity on a scale of #1 being very common to #10 being extremely rare.) Experts Opinion: Dunseath, Pittsburg, PA is signed on this mint nickel butterfly cut out movement. Rare personalized movement and rare also in nickel! Price: $775.00
22. Ultra Rare Series I E. Howard #1,707 Coin Open Face Key Wind/Key Set Gent’s Pocket Watch with Key U.S.; Howard; Man’s; Serial #1,707; Circa: 1860 CASE: The coin silver 18-size #18,021 plain case features an open face. DIAL: This white porcelain single sunk dial displays Roman numerals, spade hands, and is signed “E. Howard & Co.” MOVT: This 15-jewel #1,707 key-set movement with lever escapement is gilt with a ľ plate layout and is signed. C 3 (The case is in very good condition.) D 2 (The dial is in perfect condition.) M 3 (The movement is in very good condition.) R 9 ˝ (Rarity on a scale of #1 being very common to #10 being extremely rare.) Experts Opinion: Wow! What a rare timepiece series I original cased coin open face pocket watch. Collector’s be-alert! Price: $5,550.00
23. 12-Size 14K Beautifully Engraved White Gold Octagon Elgin Open Face Gent’s Pocket Watch U.S.; Elgin; Man’s; Serial #24,764,585; Circa: 1921 CASE: The 14K white octagon 12-size #687,420 case features an open face, floral/geometric/bird decorations and is signed “Illinois Watch Case”. DIAL: This white porcelain single sunk dial displays Arabic numerals, spade hands, and is signed “Elgin.” MOVT: This 17-jewel #24,764,585 stem-set movement with lever escapement is nickel with a ľ plate layout and is signed. C 2 (The case is in perfect condition.) D 2 (The dial is in perfect condition.) M 3 (The movement is in very good condition.) R 7 ˝ (Rarity on a scale of #1 being very common to #10 being extremely rare.) Experts Opinion: A sweet and mint engraved case, quite scarce in white gold and octagon. A roaring 20’s watch. Price: $775.00
24. Outstanding 6-Size 14K Scalloped Edge Fully Engraved Ladies Elgin Hunter Case Pocket Watch U.S.; Elgin; Lady’s; Serial #2,515,100; Circa: 1887 CASE: The 14K rose 6-size #7,702 hunter case features floral/geometric/scalloped piecrust edge decorations and is signed “CC Operative.” DIAL: This white porcelain single sunk dial displays Roman numerals, spade hands, and is signed “Elgin.” MOVT: This 7-jewel #2,5151,100 movement with lever escapement is gilt with a ľ plate layout and is signed. C 2 (The case is in perfect condition.) D 2 (The dial is in perfect condition.) M 2 (The movement is in perfect condition.) R 8 (Rarity on a scale of #1 being very common to #10 being extremely rare.) Experts Opinion: Superb condition and a lovely watch overall! Price: $925.00
25. Heavy 18K Full Box Hinge 16-Size Elgin Gent’s Hunter Case Pocket Watch U.S.; Elgin; Man’s; Serial #1,148,314; Circa: 1886 CASE: The 18K rose 16-size #157,906 box hinge plain hunter case features barleycorn and geometric decorations. DIAL: This white porcelain single sunk dial displays Roman numerals, Breguet hands, and is signed “Elgin National Watch Co.” MOVT: This 16-jewel #1,148,314 lever-set movement with lever escapement is nickel with a ľ plate layout and is signed. C 3-15 (The case is in very good condition-slightly worn.) D 2 (The dial is in perfect condition.) M 3 (The movement is in very good condition.) R 8 ˝ (Rarity on a scale of #1 being very common to #10 being extremely rare.) Experts Opinion: Massive gold case, heavy box hinging, 84 dwt.-total weight, A watch to be proud of. Price: $3,050.00
26. Very Rare 18K Tremont Man’s Hunter Case Pocket Watch with Exceptionally Rare Abbots Winding Conversion U.S.; Tremont; Man’s; Serial #4,707; Circa: 1865 CASE: The 18K yellow gold 18-size #2,236 plain hunter case is 91.5 dwt. or 142 grams total weight. DIAL: This white porcelain single sunk dial displays Roman numerals, spade hands, and is signed “Tremont Watch Co.” MOVT: This 15-jewel #4,707 stem-set/key-set movement with lever escapement is gilt with a full plate layout and is signed. C 3-15 (The case is in very good condition-slightly worn.) D 2 (The dial is in perfect condition.) M 3 (The movement is in very good condition.) R 9 (Rarity on a scale of #1 being very common to #10 being extremely rare.) Experts Opinion: A rare Abbots stem wind conversion. Seldom seen for sale, heavy 18K gold case with exceptional movement. Price: $3,800.00
27. 18K Gent’s 12-Size Vacheron & Constantin Open Face Dress Pocket Watch Swiss; Vacheron and Constantin; Man’s; Serial #408,126; Circa: 1890 CASE: The 18K yellow gold 12-size #147,302 plain case features an open face, fancy monogram, and is signed “EER 18K.” DIAL: This silver metal dial displays Arabic numerals, fancy Breguet hands, and is signed “Vacheron & Constantin.” MOVT: This 18-jewel #408,126 stem-set movement with lever escapement is nickel with a bridge style layout and is signed. C 3 (The case is in very good condition.) D 2 (The dial is in perfect condition.) M 3 (The movement is in very good condition.) R 8 (Rarity on a scale of #1 being very common to #10 being extremely rare.) Experts Opinion: Very attractive Vacheron & Constantin, for the gentleman! Price: $3,050.00
28. Extraordinary 18K Gent’s 24-Jewel Chronograph with 60-Minute Register 15-Size Open Face Pocket Watch Swiss; Man’s; Serial #19,236; Circa: 1895 Complications: Chronograph and 60-minute register. CASE: The 18K yellow gold 47mm #219,236 plain case features an open face and is signed “JD”. DIAL: This white porcelain single sunk dial displays Arabic numerals, sixty minute register, and spade hands. MOVT: This 24-jewel #19,236 stem-set movement is fully adjusted with lever escapement is nickel with a bridge style layout. C 2 (The case is in perfect condition.) D 2 (The dial is in perfect condition.) M 3 (The movement is in very good condition.) Experts Opinion: Extremely high-grade movement housed in a fine 18K gold case! Super duper all around! Price: $2,800.00
29. Neat Niello Art Deco Silver Miniature Travel Clock Swiss; Unisex; Circa: 1920 CASE: The .800 silver 45mm x 45mm hunter swing-out case features geometric/enamel/niello decorations. DIAL: This off white metal dial displays Arabic numerals and Mercedes radium hands. MOVT: This 15-jewel stem-set movement with lever escapement is gilt with a full plate layout. C 3-12 (The case is in very good condition-a dent.) D 3-7 (The dial is in very good condition-slightly oxydized.) M 3 (The movement is in very good condition.) R 8 (Rarity on a scale of #1 being very common to #10 being extremely rare.) Experts Opinion: Unusual to find in niello small size is more desirable. Price: $525.00
30. 14K Movado with Date Cross Hatched Purse Watch Swiss; Movado; Unisex; Circa: 1930 CASE: The 14K yellow gold #39 25mm x 40mm case features crosshatch engravings. DIAL: This off white metal dial displays markers, baton hands, and is signed “Movado.” MOVT: This 17-jewel movement with lever escapement is nickel with a bridge style layout and is signed. C 3 (The case is in very good condition.) D 2 (The dial is in very good condition.) M 2 (The movement is in perfect condition.) R 8 (Rarity on a scale of #1 being very common to #10 being extremely rare.) Experts Opinion: Very heavy gold case, winds watch when opened and close case. A quick to sell prize! Price: $1,825.00
31. Fantastic Humbert Droz (Paris) Silver Verge Fusee 19-Size Open Face Pocket Watch with Key France; Droz; Man’s; Serial #291; Circa: 1780 Complications: Early verge. CASE: The sterling silver oversized-55mm swing-out #291 plain case features an open face and unusual box style bow decoration. DIAL: This white porcelain dial displays Arabic numerals, filigree hands, and is signed “Humbert Droz.” MOVT: This #291 key-set movement with verge/fusee escapement is gilt with a full plate layout and is signed. C 3 (The case is in very good condition.) D 3 (The dial is in very good condition.) M 3 (The movement is in very good condition.) R 8 (Rarity on a scale of #1 being very common to #10 being extremely rare.) Experts Opinion: Ann exceptional verge fusee to enhance any ones collection. Watchmaker Droz later moved to Philadelphia in the 1790’s. Price: $775.00
32. 60mm Fusee Verge Pair Case Man’s Pocket Watch with Key by William Hopetown, England England; William Hopetown; Man’s; Serial #3,107; Circa: 1750 Complications: Early verge. CASE: The sterling silver plain pair case is oversized-60mm in size. DIAL: This white porcelain dial displays Arabic numerals and poker hands. MOVT: This key-set #3,107 movement with verge/fusee escapement is gilt with a full plate layout and is signed. C 3 (The case is in very good condition.) D 3-55 (The dial is in very good condition-chipped.) M 3 (The movement is in very good condition.) R 8 (Rarity on a scale of #1 being very common to #10 being extremely rare.) Experts Opinion: Large oversized pair case verge fusee. These are slowly disappearing. Well-signed and fine quality. Price: $775.00
33. Interesting Three Case Verge Fusee with Blue Enamel Outer Case Pocket Watch with Key England; William Brown; Man’s; Serial #2,818; Circa: 1787 Complications: Early verge CASE: The yellow gold plated silver, sterling silver oversized-70mm (outer) pair-case features 3-case, an open face and it has enamel/fleur de lis decorations. DIAL: This white porcelain dial displays Arabic numerals and has spade hands. MOVT: This key-set movement with verge/fusee escapement is gilt with a full plate layout and is signed. C 3 (The case is in very good condition.) D 3-59 (The dial is in very good condition-restorations.) M 3 (The movement is in very good condition.) R 8 ˝ (Rarity on a scale of #1 being very common to #10 being extremely rare.) Experts Opinion: Very appealing 3-case pocket watch made for European sale. Very nicely restored. Price: $1,675.00
34. Interesting Verge Fusee and Ivory Deck Clock with Key by Berthoud France; Berthoud; Unisex; Circa: 1760 Complications: Early verge. CASE: The gold plated/sterling silver 60mm case features an open face and an ivory platform for the desk. DIAL: This white porcelain dial displays Roman numerals, Breguet hands, and is signed “Berthoud, Paris.” MOVT: This key-set movement with verge/fusee escapement is gilt with a full plate layout and is signed. C 3 (The case is in very good condition.) D 2 (The dial is in perfect condition.) M 3 (The movement is in very good condition.) R 8 ˝ (Rarity on a scale of #1 being very common to #10 being extremely rare.) Experts Opinion: Very unique ivory desk clock verge fusee from the Berthoud family makes this a prize piece. Price: $1,825.00
35. Rare Circa 1680 French Onyion Verge Fusee Man’s Pair Case Pocket Watch with Original Silver Dial England; Lisbon; Man’s; Circa: 1680 Complications: Early verge. CASE: The pair case is sterling silver 18-size 56mm. DIAL: This silver dial displays Roman numerals, poker hands, and is signed “Lisbon, London.” MOVT: This key-set movement with verge fusee escapement is gilt with a full plate layout and is signed. C 3 (The case is in very good condition.) D 3- (The dial is in very good condition.) M 3 (The movement is in very good condition.) R 9 (Rarity on a scale of #1 being very common to #10 being extremely rare.) Experts Opinion: Original silver dialed onyion is all but gone. Comes with keys. This is a very attractive example. Price: $5,500.00
36. 14K Mint Invicta Ľ-Hour Repeater with Chronograph 18-Size Hunter Case Gent’s Pocket Watch Swiss; Invicta; Man’s; Serial #402,243; Circa: 1895 Complications: Chronograph and Ľ-repeater. CASE: The 14K rose gold 18-size #402,243 plain hunter case features a fancy monogram. DIAL: This white porcelain dial displays Roman numerals and filigree hands. MOVT: This 18-jewel #402,243 lever-set movement with lever escapement is nickel with a bridge style layout. C 2 (The case is in perfect condition.) D 2 (The dial is in perfect condition.) M 2 (The movement is in perfect condition.) R 9 (Rarity on a scale of #1 being very common to #10 being extremely rare.) Experts Opinion: An exceptional conditioned repeater. A great gift for the collector in the family! Price: $3,800.00
37. 18K Ľ-Hour Bell Repeater Multi-Gold Repousse Verge Fusee by Lepine Pocket Watch with Key France; Lepine; Unisex; Circa: 1760 Complications: Ľ-repeater CASE: The 18K multi-color gold 14-size, 42mm swing-out case features an open face and a garden scene with a maiden. DIAL: This white porcelain dial displays Arabic numerals and poker hands. MOVT: This key-set movement with verge /fusee escapement is gilt with a full plate layout and is signed. C 3-15 (The case is in very good condition-slightly worn.) D 3-53-54 (The dial is in very good condition-very slightly chipped-chipped, winding aperture.) M 3 (The movement is in very good condition.) R 8 ˝ (Rarity on a scale of #1 being very common to #10 being extremely rare.) Experts Opinion: Multi-gold repousse case, Ľ-hour pump on a bell repeat, diamond pusher. A bargain in the market place! Price: $5,550.00
38. Highly sought 18K Ľ-Hour Repeater with Music 20-Size Open Face with Gold Dial Man’s Pocket Watch with Key Swiss; Man’s; Serial #1,901; Circa: 1830 Complications: Ľ-repeater and musical. CASE: The 18K rose gold 20-size, 56mm #1,901 case features an open face and machined decorations. DIAL: This gold dial displays Roman numerals and Louis XIV hands. MOVT: This key-set #1,901 movement with verge/fusee escapement is gilt with a full plate layout. C 3-16 (The case is in very good condition-worn.) D 3 (The dial is in very good condition.) M 3 (The movement is in very good condition.) R 9 (Rarity on a scale of #1 being very common to #10 being extremely rare.) Experts Opinion: Music activated on demand or on the hour, Ľ-hour repeat by plunger. A very rare watch selling in Europe auction from $8,500-$12,000! Price: $8,550.00
39. Amazing Ľ-Hour Onyion Verge Fusee, Pierced and Embossed Silver Gent’s Open Face Pocket Watch with Block Hinge and Comes with Key France; Yves Angovlesme; Man’s; Circa: 1680 Complications: Ľ-hour repeater and early verge. CASE: The sterling silver 50mm swing-out case features an open face and floral/hunting dog scene decorations. DIAL: This white porcelain dial displays Roman numerals and poker hands. MOVT: This key-set movement with verge/fusee escapement is gilt with a full plate layout and is signed. C 3-16 (The case is in very good condition-worn.) D 3 (The dial is in very good condition.) M 3 (The movement is in very good condition.) R 9 (Rarity on a scale of #1 being very common to #10 being extremely rare.) Experts Opinion: It is rare to find these watches with original porcelain dials still intact. A terrific watch for investment! Price: $11,800.00
40. Admirable Verge Fusee Pink Gilt Double Enameled Pie-Crust Case of Exceptional Quality and Cut-Away Movement Pocket Watch England; Norton; Man’s; Circa: 1750 Complications: Early verge. CASE: The rose gilt 16-size, 50mm swing-out case features an open face and enamel/pie-crust edge. DIAL: This white porcelain dial displays Roman numerals, filigree hands, and is signed “Norton, London.” MOVT: this key-set movement with verge fusee escapement is gilt has cut-away plates with a full plate layout. C 2 (The case is in perfect condition.) D 3 (The dial is in very good condition.) M 2 (The movement is in perfect condition.) R 9 (Rarity on a scale of #1 being very common to #10 being extremely rare.) Experts Opinion: An extra special piecrust case made with double-sided enamel scenic plaques. Everything is in perfect condition. Price: $6,800.00
41. Scrumptious 18K Enamel and Split Pearl Verge Fusee Chinese Market Pocket Watch with Key by Breguet France; Breguet; Man’s; Serial #12,272; Circa: 1790 Complications: Early verge. CASE: The 18K gold 18-size, 52mm swing-out case features an open face and enamel/split pearl decorations. DIAL: This white porcelain dial displays Arabic numerals, poker hands, and is signed “Breguet A Paris.” MOVT: This key-set #12,272 movement with verge/fusee escapement is gilt with a full plate layout is signed. C 2 (The case is in perfect condition.) D 2 (The dial is in perfect condition.) M 2 (The movement is in perfect condition.) R 9 ˝ (Rarity on a scale of #1 being very common to #10 being extremely rare.) Experts Opinion: Without a doubt one of the finest enamels we have had the privilege to offer. Perfect in depth lovers scene with wonderful split pearl borders. Condition is superb thru out. This is a very special watch for the astute and serious collector! Signed Breguet, but of course not by the master himself. Price: $16,550.00
42. Phenomenal 85mm Chinese Market Pair Case Coach Watch with Ages of the Moon, Sweep Seconds Two Train Ľ Striking Clock Watch Verge Fusee Movements with Key by Williamson in Original Box England; Timothy Williamson; Man’s; Serial #3,416; Circa: 1775 Complications: Ages of the moon, Grand Sonnerie clock watch. CASE: The rose gilt oversized 85mm pair case features floral/geometric decorations with paste & ruby colored stone bezel. DIAL: This white porcelain dial displays Arabic & Roman numerals and poker hands. MOVT: This key-set #3,416 movement with verge/fusee escapement is gilt with a full plate (two train) layout and is signed. C 2 (The case is in perfect condition.) D 2-46 (The dial is in perfect condition-chip(s) or hairline(s) under bezel, not visible when closed.) M 2 (The movement is in perfect condition.) R 10 (Rarity on a scale of #1 being very common to #10 being extremely rare.) Experts Opinion: Chimes on a bell, signed dust cover and movement. Chinese market coach watch of exceptional condition and complexity in the original and very rare box! Inclusive of (1) ages of the moon (2), sweep second (rare)(3) Grand Sonnierie clock watch (4) Two train movement, maker of note: made for a Chinese Emperor in Carnegie Museum. Price: $24,550.00
43. Original Breguet Ľ-Hour Repeater with Later Dial & Display Case Pocket Watch with Key France; Breguet; Man’s; Serial #868; Circa: 1785 Complications: Ľ-hour repeater. CASE: The rose gold-filled 18-size plain case features an open face. DIAL: This silver dial displays Roman numerals and Breguet hands. MOVT: This key-set #868 movement with hanging ruby cylinder escapement is gilt with a bridge style-cut-away layout. C 3-24 (The case is in very good condition-later.) D 3-36 (The dial is in very good condition-later.) M 3 (The movement is in very good condition.) R 9 (Rarity on a scale of #1 being very common to #10 being extremely rare.) Experts Opinion: Parachute shock system, compensation curb hanging ruby cylinder, Ľ-hour repeater. Constructed by the master Breguet. Later cased in a lovely gold-filled glass back repeater case with Breguet style silver dial. A wonderful watch for the collection! Price: $12,550.00
44. Outrageous 18K Heavy Quality One Superb Minute Repeater Split Second Chronograph 18-Size Hunter Case Pocket Watch Swiss; Man’s; Serial #2,132; Circa: 1890 Complications: Split chronograph and minute repeater. CASE: The 18K rose gold 18-size #2,132 plain hunter case has Jergensen lips. DIAL: This white porcelain double sunk dial displays Arabic numerals and spade hands. MOVT: This 32-jewel #2,132 lever-set movement is fully adjusted with lever escapement is nickel with a bridge style layout. C 2 (The case is in perfect condition.) D 2 (The dial is in perfect condition.) M 2 (The movement is in perfect condition.) R 9 ˝ (Rarity on a scale of #1 being very common to #10 being extremely rare.) Experts Opinion: A very heavy 18K glass over movement cased, superb quality one ultra rare minute split. These are in our opinion one of the best investments on the market, split minutes are just below minute perpetual in future potential value increase! Price: $19,550.00
45. Marvelous 18K 18-Size Hunter Case Minute Repeating Perpetual Calendar Moon Phase Gent’s Pocket Watch by Poitevin Swiss; Poitevin; Man’s; Serial #25,356; Circa: 1895 Complications: Perpetual calendar, moon phase, and minute repeater. CASE: The 18K yellow gold 18-size #25,356 plain hunter case features Jergensen lips and is signed “Grottendieck, Horologer.” DIAL: This white porcelain double sunk dial displays Roman numerals and spade hands. MOVT: This 36-jewel #25,356 lever-set movement with lever escapement is gilt with a bridge style layout. C 2 (The case is in perfect condition.) D 2-50 (moon dial only) (The dial is in perfect condition-hairline(s) barely visible.) M 2 (The movement is in perfect condition.) R 9 ˝ (Rarity on a scale of #1 being very common to #10 being extremely rare.) Experts Opinion: Massive case, minute repeater, 36-jewel movement by Poitevin, full calendar and perpetual moon phase. All by the master Poitevin! WOW! Price: $27,550.00