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Lot#: 442

DESCRIPTION: Seth Thomas Clock Co., Thomaston, Conn, "Master Clock "M" hanging clock used to drive subsidiary slave clocks in remote locations in an oak case, silver plated brass dial with engraved arabic numerals and chapter ring, spade hands, weight driven brass movement
CONDITION: case in fair condition with heavily alligatored finish; dial in excellent condition; original spade hands; original door glass; original signed movement modified to function as a master to send impulses to slave clocks
ESTIMATE: $500 - $700
CIRCA: 1922
DIMENSIONS: 55.5in x 22in x 9in

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Lot#: 443

DESCRIPTION: Seth Thomas Clock Co., Thomaston, Conn., "Office Calendar No. 4", double dial hanging calendar clock in a rosewood veneered case, roman numeral painted metal dial, spade hands, eight day, spring driven brass movement
CONDITION: case in good condition in an old finish, both original dials have paint loss, original hands, original date rollers have age darkened, some veneer loss on the back of the door, clean label inside. This is an excellent example of this model.
ESTIMATE: $400 - $600
CIRCA: 1863
DIMENSIONS: 28in x 15in x 4.5in

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Lot#: 444

DESCRIPTION: Seth Thomas Clock Co., Thomaston, Conn., "Regulator No. 2" hanging clock in an oak case, roman numeral painted metal dial, spade hands, eight day weight driven time only movement with deadbeat escapement and maintaining power
CONDITION: case in an attractive old finish that is probably original with a later overcoat of shellac or varnish, rear edges of case with residual overpaint, especially on bottom bracket, bezel with a small surface abrasion at the nine position as well as a couple surface scratches at twelve and two with dark spot at bottom edge, light surface dings to bow tie, lower door and lower bracket moldings, original glasses, original painted dial in good condition with light circular surface scratches evident on the numerals, original pendulum has been repolished, original weight with light tarnish but no dings, movement recently cleaned, paper label inside with partial loss
ESTIMATE: $350 - $450
CIRCA: 1890
DIMENSIONS: 36in x 16in x 5.5in

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Lot#: 445

DESCRIPTION: Sessions Clock Co., Forestville, Conn., "Regulator No. 6" hanging clock in a hardwood case, papered metal dial, spade hands, eight day double wind weight driven brass movement with a deadbeat escapement
CONDITION: case in excellent condition with a newer soft finish; original paper dial in very good condition with minor discoloration; original hands; signed movement
ESTIMATE: $500 - $700
CIRCA: 1912
DIMENSIONS: 64in x 21.5in x 8in

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Lot#: 446

DESCRIPTION: Waterbury Clock Co., Waterbury, Conn., "Regulator No. 53" hanging clock in an oak case, roman numeral painted metal dial, serpentine hands, eight day, time only brass movement driven by two weights
CONDITION: refinished oak case in good clean condition, repainted dial, original hands and pendulum, movement is signed, partial label inside.
ESTIMATE: $800 - $1200
CIRCA: 1906
DIMENSIONS: 53.25in x 20in x 8in

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Lot#: 447

DESCRIPTION: Welch, Spring & Co., Forestville, Conn, "Audran B.W.", double dial calendar mantel clock in a black walnut case, roman numeral papered metal dials, maltese hour and minute hands, spade day of the week calendar hand, eight day, spring driven, time and strike movement with a B. B. Lewis patented perpetual calendar mechanism
CONDITION: case in very good condition with original finish with some minor scrapes; the two middle decorative panels on the case front show vertical age splits; both time and calendar dials in excellent condition; all hands are original; both bezel glasses original; signed movement; overall a very attractive example of this seldom seen model.
ESTIMATE: $700 - $900
CIRCA: 1870
DIMENSIONS: 31.25in x 20in x 6in

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Lot#: 448

DESCRIPTION: Charles W. Feishtinger, Fritztown, Penn., double dial calendar mantel clock in an oak case, roman and arabic numeral painted metal dials, maltese hands, eight day, time and strike, spring driven brass movement. Waterbury Clock Co. supplied the cases for Fishtinger's patented calendar movements, which he retailed under his name.
CONDITION: oak in good condition in original finish has a repaired split at the upper right side and a couple scrapes to the finish, both painted dials are in good condition for their age, original hands and tablet.
ESTIMATE: $800 - $1000
CIRCA: 1894
DIMENSIONS: 22in x 13.25in x 4in

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Lot#: 449

DESCRIPTION: Birge & Fuller, Bristol, Conn., a steeple on frame or double steeple mantel clock in a mahogany and rosewood veneered case, roman numeral painted metal dial, spade hands, eight day, time and strike brass movement with wagon spring style mechanism for driving movement
CONDITION: rosewood and mahogany veneered case in good condition in an old finish has veneer repairs to the half round front molding, original tablets, original painted dial has some loss at the mounting screws and stains, replaced hands, dark but readable label inside, movement is signed.
ESTIMATE: $600 - $800
CIRCA: 1845
DIMENSIONS: 27.25in x 13.5in x 4in

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Lot#: 450

DESCRIPTION: Atkins Clock Co., Bristol, Conn., "Atkins London Model" shelf clock in a rosewood and rosewood veneered case with roman numeral painted metal dial, 30 day, time spring driven fusee brass movement
CONDITION: case in nice condition in an old finish has a small chip at the upper left corner. Original tablet and mirror. Original painted dial has turned yellow with some loss to the numbers and some loss at the mounting screws. Original hands. Clean label inside.
ESTIMATE: $500 - $700
CIRCA: 1859
DIMENSIONS: 17.5in x 13.75in x 5.75in

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Lot#: 451

DESCRIPTION: JC Brown, Forestville Mfg. Co., Bristol, Conn., cottage clock with original gold stenciling and signed rosewood veneered case, interior label, signed, painted metal dial with original hands, original glasses with the lower tablet depicting a picture of JC Brown, blued trefoil style hands, eight day time and strike, signed spring driven movement,
CONDITION: case has expected aging and some loss of finish, JC Brown case signature, stenciling and interior label in very good condition, dial has loss around center arbor, winding holes and edges, and the signature has faded, minor loss of reverse paint on lower tablet; movement is dirty but appears in good condition
ESTIMATE: $400 - $600
CIRCA: 1852
DIMENSIONS: 15in x 10in x 4.5in

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Lot#: 452

DESCRIPTION: Ithaca Calendar Clock Co., Ithaca, NY, "No. 3 1/2 Parlor" mantel clock in a walnut case with carved and turned ebonized ornament and repairman's label inside, paper time dial with glass calendar dial, nickel plated moon hands, cut glass pendulum bob, eight day spring driven E.N. Welch time and strike movement with an H. B. Horton patented perpetual calendar mechanism
CONDITION: Case in good condition with original finish, backboard appears to be a replacement and is unsecured with a crack in the frame, some separation of wood on right hand side of the crown, ebonized components in good condition although silver edges appear newly painted, paper time dial with significant loisses, original pendulum and glass bob retain their plating, calendar glasses appear to be period, bezel has been repaired and will not close; glass possibly replaced, substandard bushings to both second wheels; movement ticks and strikes
ESTIMATE: $1300 - $1800
CIRCA: 1881
DIMENSIONS: 20.25in x 10.25in x 5.5in

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Lot#: 453

DESCRIPTION: Bradley and Hubbard, Meriden, Conn., parade clock is designed to hold a lamp or candle, pierced stamped sheet brass case with jeweled inserts and handle, colored milk glass glass dial has black arabic hour numerals and steel spear type hands, spring driven 30 hour movement with lever escapement
CONDITION: case and dial is in very good condition with no cracks to the glass dial, jewels are intact; movement is dirty and is not ticking
ESTIMATE: $600 - $800
CIRCA: 1885
DIMENSIONS: 13in x 6in x 6in

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Lot#: 454

DESCRIPTION: J. C. Brown, Forestville Mfg Co., Forestville, Conn., early and uncommon hanging "Picture Frame" clock in a paper mache case with ogee frame, mother of pearl inlay and stenciled floral decoration, reverse painted and stenciled lower tablet featuring a portrait of J.C. Brown, roman numeral painted metal dial, club hands, 8 day, time and strike spring driven brass movement
CONDITION: case in original finish with all mother of pearl intact in very good condition, original glasses with some scattered loss, original dial and hands, movement is signed, dark, but readable label inside
ESTIMATE: $600 - $800
CIRCA: 1850
DIMENSIONS: 17.5in x 12.5in x 3.75in

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Lot#: 455

DESCRIPTION: Curtis & Dunning, Concord, Mass., patent timepiece or hanging banjo clock in a gilt and mahogany case, roman numeral painted metal dial, moon hands, eight day, time only, weight driven brass movement
CONDITION: case in good condition in an old finish, original dial is fastened to the case with two L-turns has wear to the numbers and surface stains, original signature is worn and difficult to read, but enough remains to identify the maker, both tablets are old and possibly original, but they have been out of the frames, bottom corner glue blocks are replacements.
ESTIMATE: $700 - $900
CIRCA: 1813
DIMENSIONS: 40in x 10in x 4in

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Lot#: 456

DESCRIPTION: Aaron Willard Jr., Boston, Mass., patent timepiece or hanging banjo clock, gilt in a mahogany case, roman numeral painted iron dial, barbed hands, eight day, time only, weight driven brass movement
CONDITION: case in good condition has some loss on the bottom bracket, the bottom board that holds the bracket is a replacement, both tablets are old, but are replacements, painted iron dial attached to the case with two L-turns has loss, wear to numbers and surface stains, the signature may have been added, period hands, eagle finial is a replacement.
ESTIMATE: $400 - $600
CIRCA: 1825
DIMENSIONS: 40in x 10.5in x 4.25in

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Lot#: 457

DESCRIPTION: Chelsea Clock Co., Boston, Mass., "Claremont" shelf clock and barometer in original box, polished brass case mounted on an engraved brass base atop of balled feet, case marked "Commemorating the 500th anniversary of Columbus' Voyage to America" and "Limited Edition #235", silvered brass dial, blued moon hands, eight day, time and ship's bell strike spring driven lever movement, holosteric barometer
CONDITION: clock, barometer cases and dials in good condition; case and movement unsigned with no serial number, ticks and strikes, barometer working, signed box with internal pouch for winding key
ESTIMATE: $500 - $700
CIRCA: 1992
DIMENSIONS: 14in x 19.25in x 3in

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Lot#: 458

DESCRIPTION: Chelsea Clock Co., Boston, Mass. "Marine" ships clock in polished brass case mounted on mahogany stand, silvered dial with arabic numerals, blued moon hands, eight day, time and ships bell strike, case serial #91
CONDITION: movement without serial number, brass case retains its finish, mahogany stand with a small scratch on left hand base, silvered brass dial in excellent condition, movement clean and appears in good working order; ticking and striking
ESTIMATE: $400 - $600
CIRCA: 1993
DIMENSIONS: 14in x 9.5in x 4.25in

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Lot#: 459

DESCRIPTION: Switzerland, an early 20th century Swiss paperweight clock with calendar, 13 jewel gilt plate movement with lever escapement, white enamel dial with subsidiary dials indicating the month, day and date, and with moon phase display at 6:00, contained in a glass sphere, serial #138287
CONDITION: the clock is in very good condition without scratches but has some tarnish on the band, clock is ticking
ESTIMATE: $1000 - $1500
CIRCA: early 20th century
DIMENSIONS: 5in x 3.5in x 3.5in

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Lot#: 460

DESCRIPTION: France, an early 20th century swinging mystery clock, the patinated spelter standing female figure with lyre and books at her feet, the round, molded plinth with engraved plaque reading "L'Eloquence Par A. Moreau Med. D'Or", her right arm held aloft and supporting the swinging compound pendulum, the eight day timepiece contained in the patinated, upper sphere, with gothic roman numerals and Louis XIV style hands above the three rod, gridiron style pendulum with spherical bob with terrestrial globe engraving
CONDITION: a bit dirty and with minor losses to finish, the upper base with rivet holes from an engraved plaque, right arm with repaired break at shoulder, steel pendulum rods with rust, bob replaced, movement ticking, out of beat, pallet and pendulum replaced, lacking pendulum retaining nut
ESTIMATE: $500 - $800
CIRCA: 1900
DIMENSIONS: 34in x 9in x

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Lot#: 461

DESCRIPTION: Junghans, Germany, a "Pierrot" swinging mystery clock, the square base supporting a crescent moon with figure of Pierrot, the compound pendulum supported near the top of the crescent, arabic numeral white enamel dial with blued steel spade and pointer hands, and eight day, time only, spring driven brass movement
CONDITION: Pierrot figure and moon are intact without breakage or scratches, although there are losses to finish and gold paint, swinging arm has some loss of gilt around the bezel area; dial, crystal and hands in good condition; clock will tick
ESTIMATE: $600 - $800
CIRCA: 20th cen
DIMENSIONS: 13in x 6in x 3.5in

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Lot#: 462

DESCRIPTION: Junghans, Germany, "Birichino" swinging mystery clock, patinated spelter figure of a boy with a walking stick supporting a compound pendulum with white enamel dial, arabic numerals and blued spade and pointer hands, and containing eight day spring driven timepiece
CONDITION: Figure very good with loss of patina but no breaks; pendulum has loss of gilt and some peeling on the back, dial glass has a hairline scratch, dial and hands are in good condition
ESTIMATE: $400 - $500
CIRCA: 1915
DIMENSIONS: 17in x 6in x 3in

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Lot#: 463

DESCRIPTION: Junghans, Germany, "Barmaid" swinging mystery clock, the figure standing on a turned, ebonized base and supporting a gilt #1 compound pendulum, white enamel arabic numeral dial with JJ" trademark, blued spade and pointer hands, and eight day time only, spring driven movement
CONDITION: Figure has loss of patina and has two chips on the backside and one on the chest; pendulum in good condition with a some loss of gilt; glass, dial and hands very good; clock will tick
ESTIMATE: $300 - $500
CIRCA: 1923
DIMENSIONS: 13.5in x 5in x

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Lot#: 464

DESCRIPTION: Junghans, Germany, "Cleopatra" swinging mystery clock on a cast metal case, white enameled arabic numeral dial, blued spade and pointer hands, eight day time only spring driven, signed movement
CONDITION: statue in very good condition, pendulum in good condition as well, with some wear to the gilt finish on the bezel, dial has hairline cracks
ESTIMATE: $300 - $400
CIRCA: 1910
DIMENSIONS: 15in x 4.5in x 4.5in

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Lot#: 465

DESCRIPTION: Junghans, Germany, "Cricket Boy" swinging mystery clock, the patinated spelter figure with a bat in his right hand, his raised left arm holding a ball and supporting a gilt #1 compound pendulum, white enamel dial with luminous arabic numeral and hands, and eight day spring driven timepiece
CONDITION: Figure with loss of patina but no breaks, the nut on the jewel bar appears to have been replaced with washers; swinging arm has minor loss of gilt, dial does have some dirt and loss of finish, hands a bit dirty; clock will tick
ESTIMATE: $300 - $500
CIRCA: 1920
DIMENSIONS: 17.5in x 6in x 3in

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Lot#: 466

DESCRIPTION: Junghans, Germany, "Diana" swinging mystery clock in a cast metal case, arabic numeral enamel 24 hour dial, blued spade and pointer hands, eight day, time only spring driven movement with Junghans signature
CONDITION: The spelter figure has losses to the patina; the turned ebonized wood base is good; pendulum with some loss to the finish on the bezel and the dial surround; the enamel dial is in good condition, however the dial is slightly off center; clock will tick
ESTIMATE: $300 - $400
CIRCA: 1920
DIMENSIONS: 11in x 4.5 x 4.5in

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Lot#: 467

DESCRIPTION: Junghans, Germany, "Onion Boy" swinging mystery clock, on a turned, ebonized base, the patinated spelter figure of a boy carrying onions and supporting a clock in a gilt and patinated #3 pendulum, white enamel arabic numeral dial, and blued spade and pointer hands, eight day time only spring driven movement
CONDITION: Figure very good condition with some loss of patina and no breaks; pendulum has some loss of patina and has some scratches; dial and hands are good; clock will tick
ESTIMATE: $300 - $400
CIRCA: 1915
DIMENSIONS: 15.5in x 5in x

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Lot#: 468

DESCRIPTION: Andre Rousseau, Paris, a large Louis XV bracket clock, the waisted Boulle work case with turtle shell veneer, fretted and engraved brass inlays, and gilt foliate mounts, the interior of the back and case bottom also with fretted and engraved inlay, the door with rocaille ornament flanking two seated figures, and the top with floral pendants and surmounted by a seated female figure, the cast dial with ornamental center, roman numeral white enamel cartouches, and blued steel hands, the two train brass movement with rectangular plates, tapered baluster pillars, large spring barrels, and signed "Andre Rousseau Paris", now with an anchor escapement, together with a Boulle work bracket with gilt mounts
CONDITION: front door glass broken, lacking side glasses, mounts lacking gilding, split at lower left, removable top a replacement, dial and hands good, movement ticks and strikes, the escapement is a 19th century conversion, bracket with minor lifting to inlay, veneer blisters, and lacking gilding on mounts
ESTIMATE: $1000 - $1500
CIRCA: 1735
DIMENSIONS: 44.5in x 20.75in x 9in

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Lot#: 469

DESCRIPTION: France, mantel clock with singing bird, brass case with cast brass panels and trim, roman numeral white enamel dial, fluer de lis hands, eight day, spring driven brass movement with lever escapement, time only
CONDITION: brass and cast brass case is in good condition, it will benefit from a cleaning and polishing, enameled dial is in fine condition with original hands, the bird automaton operates on the hour, but the bellows that produces the sound is not working and will need service.
ESTIMATE: $800 - $1000
CIRCA: 1900
DIMENSIONS: 7.25in x 12.25in x 7.5in

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Lot#: 470

DESCRIPTION: E.J. Dent, London, a 20th century reproduction skeleton clock, the footed, stepped, green marble base beneath a silvered thermometer scale with flanking Tuscan columns and supporting the 30 hour, skeletonized weight driven movement, all surmounted by an eagle perched atop a silvered ball, roman numeral silvered dial with Breguet style hands, the timepiece wound by pulling a cord at the front of the base, the back plate signed "F.H. Whitlock"
CONDITION: movement and glass in good condition; includes an original receipt, front of pendulum has a dent, ticking
ESTIMATE: $2000 - $3000
CIRCA: 1970
DIMENSIONS: 21in x 13.5in x 6.25in

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Lot#: 471

DESCRIPTION: England, a late 19th century quarter striking bracket clock, mahogany veneer case on brass paw feet, caryatids and side frets with religious ornamentation, cornice garland appliqué, gilt band on the base, cast pineapple finials, composite dial with roman numeral silvered chapter ring, matted center and subsidiaries in the break arch for chimes, gilt mask spandrels, blued steel foliate hands, triple chain fusee movement, gongs for the hours and 8 bells for the chime
CONDITION: tarnish on gilt ornaments, case in overall good shape with minor losses and a scratch on the front base, both doors lacking keys and the front door is locked, one of the finials is loose and is included; minor tears in the fret fabric, unused holes in the base; movement is dirty, strike side fusee wheel has a tooth improperly repaired, movement is unsigned
ESTIMATE: $1400 - $1800
DIMENSIONS: 25in x 15.5in x 11in

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Lot#: 472

DESCRIPTION: England, a good unsigned late 18th century English mahogany table clock, on a molded base with gilt bracket feet, the door with gilt spandrels and flanking caryatid and floral pendant mounts, side frets with gilt masks and naturalistic ornament, and bell top with gilt handle and finials, composite dial with gilt spandrels, silvered roman numeral chapter ring, the arch with subsidiary strike/ silent, and an oil painting on copper below 12:00 featuring a landscape with cupid and a reclining nude, blued steel serpentine hands, and two train fusee movement with verge escapement and bob pendulum, striking the hours on a bell, the back plate engraved with Adamesque ornament.
CONDITION: case polished, veneer with checking and minor losses, case with splits visible from the inside, feet with minor bends, mounts and frets with minor dirt and verdigris, dial plate polished and chapter ring with losses to silver, painting with minor losses, the back of the dial with 1802 repair date and the back of the painting with another from "A. Saunders 5 Southampton Row 19/9/23", hands good, movement fairly clean, strike/ silent arbor spring with solder repair, back cock holes opened and steady pins removed, star wheel jumping at about 20 minutes past the hour, adjustment needed, running and striking
ESTIMATE: $1200 - $1500
CIRCA: 1775

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Lot#: 473

DESCRIPTION: Joseph Windmills, London, a late 17th century lantern clock, brass case with turned, tapered columns at the corners, ball feet and slender urn finials, top with engraved, fretted brass gallery fixed to the top plate, front and sides with plain cast frets, the top with brass bell strap and large bell, brass dial center with engraved bird, silvered chapter ring with roman numerals and single steel hand, 30 hour weight driven movement with verge escapement, bob pendulum, and count wheel striking
CONDITION: brass finish shows oxidation on side and back panels, right hand fret is slightly bent inwards and will need to be adjusted, the top right bell strap is separated from finial; dial and movement in good condition, escapement appears to operate when pressure applied, hammer needs adjustment
ESTIMATE: $2000 - $3000
CIRCA: late 17th century
DIMENSIONS: 16in x 6in x 6in

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Lot#: 474

DESCRIPTION: Muirhead & Sons Glascow, Scotland, hanging regulator or tavern clock in a quarter sawn oak case, black reverse painted glass dial with gilt roman numerals, brass spade hands, eight day, time and strike, spring driven brass fusee movement and a bimetallic pendulum with decorative double headed eagle gold leafed pendulum bob
CONDITION: case in very good condition in an old finish has age cracks to the veneered round top, original glass dial is good with some crazing of the background paint, original hands and pendulum, heavy plate movement striking on a gong, decorative eagle pendulum bob in good condition
ESTIMATE: $1000 - $1500
CIRCA: 1860
DIMENSIONS: 42.75in x 13.75in x 7.75in

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Lot#: 475

DESCRIPTION: Andrew Fell, London, an eight day table chronometer, gold plated Congreve style frame with turned brass columns and finials, silvered dials for hour, minutes and seconds with blued steel moon hands, back plate engraved "Andrew Fell" and "Dell 1974" and serial no.050, timekeeping governed by a large balance with helical spring and spring detent escapement
CONDITION: Clock is in very nice condition, case does have minor spotting and tarnish but dials retain their finish, glass cover is missing; movement is clean and running
ESTIMATE: $900 - $1200
CIRCA: 1974
DIMENSIONS: 13.5in x 14.25in x 9.5in

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Lot#: 476

DESCRIPTION: England, a late 18th century bracket clock, ebonized case with gilt side frets and trim, glazed back door, composite dial with silvered steel faceplate and gilt corner frets supporting a brass chapter ring with roman numerals, square aperture on dial for the calendar, a port for a mock pendulum above the center arbor, and break arch featuring a bronze chapter ring surrounding a silvered base with figures of the moon, four corner dials, blued steel trefoil hands, verge escapement with silk suspension, eight day fusee movement
CONDITION: case is worn with cracks in the veneer, chips and loss of finish, gilt trim is tarnished with some minor dents, top finial is missing, the front door glass is broken and the back door glass is missing, the door lock needs repair, the gilt frets are tarnished but otherwise in good shape, movement associated with frame is separated from case due to a missing seat board and mounting tabs that cannot grip the frame, corner dials are likely add ons and hardware is missing, fusees have been disconnected and the movement is not ticking or striking; however the escapement will move with light pressure applied
ESTIMATE: $800 - $1200
CIRCA: 1780
DIMENSIONS: 20in x 12.5in x 8in

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Lot#: 477

DESCRIPTION: England, unusual mantel or table regulator with coup perdu escapement and center seconds, mahogany case, framed glass back door, brass ball feet, bottom board bears te stamp of "Khan, Fine Arts Dealers Dublin", roman numeral silvered dial and blued steel spade hands, brass eight day movement with pendulum lock, single chain fusee powering an unusual form of a coup perdu (lost beat) escapement mounted on the back plate which allows the seconds dial to operate with a pendulum that is half beating
CONDITION: case has significant signs of breaks and repair; particularly on the crown and the inside left panel, otherwise the outside finish is good with some chips, blemishes and bubbling, two identical trademarks are faded; movement and case by association and dial made to fit the movement, numerous strike components missing and dial with significant modifications; bezel catch is missing and will not close, crutch has been bent to adjust the swing, timepiece is ticking
ESTIMATE: $800 - $1200
CIRCA: mid 19th
DIMENSIONS: 18.5in x 13in x 7in

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Lot#: 478

DESCRIPTION: Black Forest, Germany, shelf cuckoo clock in a carved case, round wooden dial with applied numbers, fleur de lis style hands, 30 hour, time and strike, spring driven brass movement. The clock has an unusual feature of a series of ships that rotate with escapement and appear in an aperture above the dial.
CONDITION: carved wood case in nice condition in what looks to have an original finish, the rooster is finely carved, original wood dial has some loss to the number ten, hands appear to be replacements, original pendulum
ESTIMATE: $700 - $900
CIRCA: 1900
DIMENSIONS: 22in x 15in x 6in

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Lot#: 479

DESCRIPTION: P. H. & S. (Philipp Hass & Soehne), Germany, mantel clock with music box and automated scene of creatures playing instruments in a walnut case, roman numeral white enamel dial, serpentine hands, 30 hour, time only, spring driven brass movement
CONDITION: walnut case with applied cast ornaments in very good condition in an old finish, cardboard automaton figures under glass are in very nice condtion for their age, original enameled dial is fine, original hands, the timepiece movement is independent of the automaton feature, a lever on the side of the case is used to activate the motion feature and small music box
ESTIMATE: $600 - $800
CIRCA: 1895
DIMENSIONS: 22.5in x 12in x 5.5in

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Lot#: 480

DESCRIPTION: Theodore Ketterer, Germany, carved shelf cuckoo clock in a carved walnut case, wooden dial with painted roman numerals, cast brass hands, eight day, time and strike, spring driven movement with wooden plates and two fusees
CONDITION: carved case in overall good condition has some loss and repairs to the carved oak leaves, replaced tail on the carved bird, wood dial has a couple cracks and the numbers will need restoration, original hands, carved bird is period and most likely original, one of the roof panels is warped
ESTIMATE: $600 - $800
CIRCA: 1880
DIMENSIONS: 22.25in x 14.5in x 9in

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Lot#: 481

DESCRIPTION: An unusual European night clock of indeterminate age, in the 18th century style, the ebonized, bracket style case with molded base, glazed door with break arch aperture and cast spandrels, molded top with five finials, the central portion sliding backward to reveal a hole for venting the flame, pewter roman numeral chapter ring with a single blued steel hand, and pierced, roman numeral wandering hour disc, illuminated from the back displaying the approximate time at night, brass break arch plate with pierced, cast mask with floral and foliate ornament, and a stylized tree form aperture to allow a view of the flag attached to the pallet arbor, 30 or 60 hour spring driven brass timepiece movement with verge escapement and bob pendulum
CONDITION: case with repairs, sliding top with 20th century cut separating it from the front molding, exposed wooden surfaces showing varying degrees of oxidation, lacking brad for front door catch, pewter chapter ring cut down from a larger dial, end of hand missing, wandering hour disc crudely pierced, movement will tick briefly.
ESTIMATE: $400 - $600
DIMENSIONS: 12in x 8in x 5.5in

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Lot#: 482

DESCRIPTION: Differential Power Clock Co., Chicago, Illinois, hanging clock in a mahogany veneered case, roman numeral painted metal dial, spade hands, time only movement of one year duration drive by two springs
CONDITION: case in very good condition with original finish, original painted dial in excellent condition, original hands and door glasses.
ESTIMATE: $600 - $800
CIRCA: 1910
DIMENSIONS: 41.75in x 18.5in x 7.5in

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Lot#: 483

DESCRIPTION: Eco Magneto Clock CO. Boston
ESTIMATE: $ - $

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Lot#: 484

DESCRIPTION: Self Winding master clock with secondary unit for opening Panama canal locks?
CONDITION: broken suspension
ESTIMATE: $ - $

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Lot#: 485

DESCRIPTION: J.W. Shepherd, Waltham, Mass., bench made grandmother clock done as an approximately a two thirds scale copy of a mid eighteenth century Thomas Claggett of Newport, Rhode Island tall clock, in a well made solid cherry case with scalloped trunk door, bracket feet, reeded hood columns, scroll top and turned flame finials, 7.5in x 10in brass dial with cast brass spandrels, engraved silvered chapter ring with roman and arabic numerals, silvered boss with figural image in arch, silvered date aperture and blued steel hands, well made weight driven movement of eight day duration striking on a bell, brass clad pendulum bob, detailed schematic plans included
CONDITION: excellent original condition with clean case and finish; dial silvering slightly tarnished; original weights and pendulum; a handsome clock with good proportions
ESTIMATE: $1000 - $1500
CIRCA: 1960
DIMENSIONS: 61.5in x 14in x 9in

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Lot#: 486

DESCRIPTION: Anonymous, a 20th century standing regulator based on a design by Claude B. Reeve, hardwood case with arch top, simple molded base, door with thick beveled glass and glazed viewing apertures at the sides, large, seconds beating round movement with skeletonized front plate, four legged gravity escapement, roman numeral silvered chapter ring, blued steel hands and center seconds, pendulum with cylindrical brass clad bob, and brass clad weight, together with the book detailing the construction of such a clock, and two spare suspension springs
CONDITION: good overall, case with minor dings and marks, dial with minor tarnish, weight with scratches, polishing marks and minor staining, pendulum with minor scratches and polishing marks, running
ESTIMATE: $800 - $1200
CIRCA: mid to late 20th c
DIMENSIONS: 65.5in x 17in x 10.75in

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Lot#: 487

DESCRIPTION: Switzerland, "Drums Bells Castagnets" 17 1/2 inch, 12 air cylinder music box, the case with walnut, rosewood and other various veneers, line inlays, and multicolor music themed marquetry trophy, inside of lid with chromolithograph tune card featuring children playing instruments with a serial no. 100734, nickel plated movement with cylinder and combs at front, the back with six engraved bells with polychrome enameled, floral form retaining nuts and enameled bee and butterfly strikers, flanked by a snare drum and castagnets, with levers to silence any or all of the percussion instruments
CONDITION: lid has cracks, one of which is significant and has a detached wood piece, loss of veneer in front corner, other case veneers and inlays in good condition, nickel parts have some tarnish, tune card has lost its top corners but is otherwise intact, internal glass top has lost its key and opens by an attached fabric tab, enamel figures with minor losses, mostly the left hand butterfly; movement is dirty but movement will wind and music will play
ESTIMATE: $1000 - $1500
CIRCA: 1880
DIMENSIONS: 32in x 11in x 14in

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Lot#: 488

DESCRIPTION: Music box, possibly Swiss, housed in a mahogany veneered case with ebonized base, burl inlaid panels on top, front and sides, ebonized interior with birds eye maple veneer on the lid, cast brass carrying handles at the sides, 11 inch brass cylinder comb, start/stop and repeat tune lever, zither attachment and tune indicator with 6 selections
CONDITION: case has dirt, loss of finish, scratches and some areas missing veneer, the top has some cracks and minor bubbling of inlaid panels; unit is in overall good shape although spring barrel wheel has rust on the winding pawl, wheel arbor and the cylinder drive shaft; comb appears to be intact; key to top is missing; unit is working although the stop lever may require attention
ESTIMATE: $700 - $1000
CIRCA: 1880
DIMENSIONS: 8.25in x 32in x 14.5in

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Lot#: 489

DESCRIPTION: Attributed to Karl Griesbaum, a mid 20th century "Fox Hunter" whistler, the portly, moustachioed gent with boots and spurs, a red coat, blue, patterned cravat, and wearing a top hat, the mechanism concealed within his body, whistling a tune and moving his head from side to side when activated
CONDITION: figure good, lacking riding crop, movement running but noisy, slide whistle lever sticking, bellows good
ESTIMATE: $800 - $1200
CIRCA: 1950
DIMENSIONS: 14in x 4.75in x 4in

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Lot#: 490

DESCRIPTION: Julien P. Friez, Baltimore, Maryland Anemometer Recorder (wind speed) marked "Belfort Observatory", Seth Thomas dual barrel movement under a wood cover and connected to a 4-in. drum by a dual piston and corkscrew arm, housed on a painted cast iron base
CONDITION: This is an interesting meteorological instrument used to record wind speed; the Seth Thomas movement that powers the drum will work; the condition of the battery unit is unknown, the base is lacking its glass cover and has some loss of the ebonized finish but does have decorative flowers and corner pieces; the maker's trademark is stamped on all of the brass support pieces; the unit itself is untested
ESTIMATE: $300 - $400
CIRCA: 1926
DIMENSIONS: 7in x 16in x 13in

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Lot#: 491

DESCRIPTION: Hamilton Watch Co., Lancaster, Penn., a 992E "Aircraft Navigational Watch" for the U.S. military with deck watch box, 16 size, stem wind and lever set, 21 jewel, adjusted to 5 positions, damascened nickel plate movement with lever escapement, monometallic balance with gold screws, and whiplash micrometric regulator in a base metal, screw back and bezel open face case with ordnance department information on back cover, arabic numeral black dial with white painted spade and poker hands and marked "Bu. Aero.U.S. Navy G.C.T.", serial #2621743, together with a Hamilton walnut deck watch box with shock mount.
CONDITION: CASE: Numerous dings and scratches, primarily on the case back; Losses to plating. DIAL: Very good. HANDS: Minor dirt and oxide; Paint thin at end of hour. MOVEMENT PLATES: Very fine scratches on plate; Scratch and a few pin pricks at case screw near balance; Scratches and pin pricks at bridge screws; Gouge at barrel bridge screw; Click and winding wheels with minor oxide; Regulator assembly with specks of oxide; One barrel bridge screw head with marring. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks). Box lacking finish; Dings, minor scratches, and fading; Shock mount foam deteriorated; Lower mount now with rubber washers; Felt lining replaced. A total of 300 of these Grade 992 Elinvar Aircraft Navigational Watches were made, and supplied to the U.S. Navy Bureau of Aeronautics during the years 1937 and 1938.
ESTIMATE: $700 - $1000
CIRCA: 1938

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Lot#: 492

DESCRIPTION: Hamilton Watch Co., Lancaster, Penn., a mid 20th century Hamilton 4992B with unusual dial in a mahogany deck watch box, 16 size, 22 jewels, stem wind and set, damascened nickel plate movement with lever escapement and whiplash micrometric regulator in a coin silver, screw back and bezel open face case, arabic numeral 24 hour silvered and black painted day/ night dial with white painted spade and poker hands, the hand tips and night portion of the dial with luminous compound, serial #4C78711, contained in a mahogany deck watch box with viewing aperture and shock mount
CONDITION: CASE: Dents, band and bezel; Dings; Very fine scratches on outer surface of case; Inside of case back with minor scuffing; Case back thread with a few tight spots; Bow a bit loose; Precious metal content marked. DIAL: A few fine scratches; Minor tarnish and discoloration. HANDS: Good. MOVEMENT PLATES: Scattered, very fine scratches on plate; One fine scratch concentric with case screw; Sweep seconds cock with pin pricks; Ratchet wheel with a few specks of oxide; Regulator assembly with a few specks of oxide; Screw heads with minor marring. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks). Box good, with minor dings and scratches; Felt lining replaced.
ESTIMATE: $600 - $900
CIRCA: 1942

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Lot#: 493

DESCRIPTION: Hamilton Watch Co., Lancaster, Penn., "4992B", with steel navigation watch container, 16 size, 22 jewels, stem wind and set, damascened nickel plate movement with lever escapement and whiplash micrometric regulator in a nickel, screw back and bezel, chrome plated base metal case with ordnance department information engraved on back, arabic numeral 24 hour black painted dial with white painted spade and poker hands, serial #4C7415, contained in a gray painted, cylindrical steel case with viewing aperture and shock mount, by Geo. H. Adamson, Tecumseh, Michigan
CONDITION: CASE: Dings and pin pricks; Numerous fine scratches on outer surface of case; Plating worn through on case back; Inside of back cover with case screw scratch; Acrylic crystal; Bow loose. DIAL: Very good. HANDS: Very good. MOVEMENT PLATES: Very fine scratches on plate; Short scratch at click; Pin pricks and minor abrasion on sweep seconds cock; Specks of dirt. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks); Balance spring not centered. Carrying case a bit dirty and with minor losses to paint.
ESTIMATE: $450 - $650
CIRCA: 1940

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Lot#: 494

DESCRIPTION: Hamilton Watch Co., Lancaster, Penn., "3992B" Navigation Master Watch for the British navy with box, 16 size, 22 jewels, stem wind and set, adjusted to 6 positions and temperature, straight line damascened nickel plate movement with lever escapement, double roller and whiplash micrometric regulator in a base metal, screw back and bezel, open face case with ordnance department information engraved on case back, and arabic numeral, white painted "Work Study" (NATO) dial, painted steel hands, serial #3C122, c1942, with wooden deck watch box.
CONDITION: CASE: Numerous dings, marks, and scratches on outer surface of case; Dings; Losses to plating; Bow and crown with scratches, dings, and plating loss; Acrylic crystal. DIAL: Minor mark between 5 and 6:00, otherwise very good. HANDS: Very good. MOVEMENT PLATES: Fine scratches and pin pricks on plate; Crown and ratchet wheel screws blued; Sweep seconds tension spring with scratches and minor bends; A few screw heads with minor marring. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks); Hacking and setting functional. Box refinished; Dings, minor scrapes and scratches; Foam shock mounts deteriorated, upper liner detached, the lower now rigidly fixed to the bottom.
ESTIMATE: $400 - $600
CIRCA: 1942
DIMENSIONS: 2in x 4.5in x 4.5in

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Lot#: 495

DESCRIPTION: Henry Appleton, London, a mid 19th century pocket chronometer movement mounted for deck use, 15 jewel, key wound and set, gilt half plate fusee movement with freesprung cut bimetallic balance and helical spring, diamond endstone, and Earnshaw's escapement, mounted in a gimballed, weighted brass bowl, the signed arabic numeral silvered dial with subsidiary seconds and blued steel hands, all contained in a hardwood box, serial #5537
CONDITION: box with significant scratches and losses to finish; dial with a few very minor scratches, glass with scratches, gimbal, bowl and hardware with minor discoloration and tarnish; running
ESTIMATE: $400 - $600
CIRCA: 1850
DIMENSIONS: 3.5in x 3.5 x 1in

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Lot#: 496

DESCRIPTION: 2 (Two) gold items, the first double Albert watch chain, 18 karat curb style links in white and yellow gold, with an attached, 14 karat gold bear fob, 18in, 29.2g TW, together with an English 9 karat gold pocket watch form coin holder, 15.9g TW
CONDITION: chain and fob very good, coin holder with dents, precious metal content marked, tested
ESTIMATE: $1000 - $1300
CIRCA: early 20th c

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Lot#: 497

DESCRIPTION: Rolex, Switzerland, a mid 20th century riveted Oyster expansion bracelet, clasp with small Rolex logo and marked "Steelinox Swiss Made 1 58", the 19mm end links marked 57
CONDITION: dings and fine scratches, tabs on underside of end links with minor bends, a few springs weak, and leaving gaps between links
ESTIMATE: $300 - $400
CIRCA: 1960

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Lot#: 498

DESCRIPTION: Rolex, Switzerland, a mid 20th century riveted Oyster expansion bracelet, clasp with two large Rolex logos and marked "Patented and Registered Swiss Made Steelinox 2 63", the 19mm end links marked 67
CONDITION: minor marks and fine scratches, tabs on underside of end links with minor bends, some springs weak and leaving gaps between links
ESTIMATE: $300 - $500

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Lot#: 499

DESCRIPTION: Longines, Switzerland, a mid 20th century lady's gold Longines wrist watch, 17 jewel, manual winding, rhodium plated movement with lever escapement in a square 18 karat yellow gold case with integral double curb link bracelet, dot, arrow, and arabic numeral silver dial with gold leaf hands, serial #11196422, 14mm, 38.7g TW
CONDITION: CASE: Fine scratches and dings on outer surface of case; Back with dings and scratches; Bracelet with dings and scratches; Crystal with edge flakes; Precious metal content marked. DIAL: Minor spotting and losses to lacquer. HANDS: Dirty. MOVEMENT PLATES: Very fine scratches on plate; Crown wheel screw with patch of oxide; One end of balance guard and screw with rust. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks).
ESTIMATE: $1000 - $1300
CIRCA: Mid 20th c

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Lot#: 500

DESCRIPTION: Wakmann Watch Co., New York, a ref. 9804 "Regate" automatic wrist chronograph, 17 jewels, automatic winding rhodium plated Lemania cal. 1341 movement with lever escapement in a gold plated tonneau case set with three faux diamonds and with a yellow leather strap, baton marker, brushed champagne dial with date aperture at 3:00, hour register at 6:00, constant seconds at 9:00, and central elapsed minute counter, with concentric date ring, rotating day of the week display, and tachymetre scale, gold plated hands, 42mm x 47.5mm
CONDITION: CASE: Dings and pin pricks; Fine scratches on outer surface of case; Losses to plating; Faux diamonds and settings later additions; Crown lacking gold shell; Gold shell on tops of pushers worn through; Acrylic crystal with chips and edge cracks; Case back with scratches and with information crudely engraved by a previous owner; Strap good. DIAL: Small areas of fine scratching, lacquer loss and minor discoloration at lower left corner of date aperture and right upper quadrant of hour register. HANDS: Losses to plating and minor oxide; Tip of chronograph hand repainted. MOVEMENT PLATES: Rotor weight with oxidation; A few very fine scratches on plate; Very dirty. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks); Date advance functional; Quick set not functioning; Needs service. COMPLICATION: Functions properly.
ESTIMATE: $700 - $1000
CIRCA: 1975

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Lot#: 501

DESCRIPTION: Longines, Switzerland, an early 21st century ref. L2.629.4 wrist chronograph, 37 jewels, automatic winding, spotted rhodium plated ETA cal. 2894-2 movement with lever escapement, in a round stainless steel case with glazed back and beads of rice bracelet, arabic numeral double sunk black dial with date aperture at 6:00 and luminous lozenge hands, serial #30716020, 40mm
CONDITION: CASE: Fine scratches and dings on outer surface of case; Bezel and case with minor case knife marks; Underside of case with a few minor marks and dings; Bracelet with very fine scratches; Clasp with scratches and dents. DIAL: Very good. HANDS: Oxide and fine pitting. MOVEMENT PLATES: Fine scratches on rotor and plate; Some screws with minor oxide; Dirty. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks); Date advance and quick set functional. COMPLICATION: Functions properly.
ESTIMATE: $600 - $800
CIRCA: 2005

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Lot#: 502

DESCRIPTION: Longines, Switzerland, and early 21st century ref. L2.705.4 "Spirit" wrist chronograph, 37 jewels, automatic winding, spotted rhodium plated ETA cal. 2894-2 movement with lever escapement, in a stainless steel cushion case with stainless bracelet, arabic numeral double sunk white dial with date aperture at 6:00 and luminous blued steel hands, serial #33861708, 40mm
CONDITION: CASE: Very fine scratches and dings on outer surface of case; Side of lugs with a few fine scratches; Case back with very fine scratches and a few case knife scratches; Bracelet with fine scratches and minor scuffs. DIAL: Very good. HANDS: Very good. MOVEMENT PLATES: Very good. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks); Date advance and quick set functional. COMPLICATION: Functions properly.
ESTIMATE: $600 - $800
CIRCA: 2010

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Lot#: 503

DESCRIPTION: Rolex, Geneva, a mid 20th century ref. 3116 "Viceroy" wrist watch, 17 jewels, manual winding, 7 adjustments rhodium plated movement marked "Chronometer", and with lever escapement, Super Balance, and transparent endstones to the balance and escape wheel, in a 14 karat yellow gold Oyster case with owners name engraved on back, luminous arabic numeral silver dial with luminous dauphine hands, serial #46779, 29mm x 38mm, 35.3g TW
CONDITION: CASE: Very fine scratches on outer surface of case; Case wrench scratches on underside of case; Back with fine scratches and minor dings; Back with minor marring to knurl; Underside of one lug with minor spring bar tool scratches; Acrylic crystal with very fine scratches; Precious metal content marked. DIAL: Restored. HANDS: Replaced. MOVEMENT PLATES: Very fine scratches and pin pricks; Marring at case and set lever screws; Scratch at case screw near ratchet wheel; Faint spotting; Spot of oxide on crown wheel core. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks).
ESTIMATE: $600 - $900
CIRCA: 1940

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Lot#: 504

DESCRIPTION: Switzerland, a mid 20th century gold wrist chronograph, 17 jewels, manual winding rhodium plated Venus cal. 170 movement with lever escapement in a round, 18 karat rose gold case with suede strap, dot and arabic numeral champagne dial with blued steel stick hands, 36mm, 43.6g TW
CONDITION: CASE: Very fine scratches on outer surface of case; A few scratches between lugs at 12:00; Back with fine scratches and a few dings; 9:00 side of case with dents; Back with tiny dent; Pushers with losses to plating; Crown shell worn through; Strap good; Acrylic crystal; Precious metal content marked. DIAL: Minor losses to printing at edge; Minor spotting and losses to lacquer; A few fine scratches. HANDS: Specks of oxide. MOVEMENT PLATES: Very fine scratches on plate; Cluster of fine scratches under hammer spring; Minor discoloration to plating. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks). COMPLICATION: Functions properly.
ESTIMATE: $600 - $900
CIRCA: 1950

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Lot#: 505

DESCRIPTION: Baume & Mercier, Switzerland, a ref. MV040122 wrist chronograph, 39 jewels, automatic winding, rhodium plated ETA cal. 2892A2 movement with lever escapement in a round, stainless steel case with reptile strap and stainless clasp, roman numeral salmon sunburst dial with date aperture at 3:00, hour and minute registers, and constant seconds at 6, 9, and 12:00 respectively, with blued steel, luminous sword hands, serial #4119957, 36mm
CONDITION: CASE: Very fine scratches on outer surface of case; scattered dings; Back with very fine scratches and minor case knife marks; Strap with wear. DIAL: Very good. HANDS: Very good. MOVEMENT PLATES: Very good. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks); Setting, date advance and quick set functional. COMPLICATION: Functions properly.
ESTIMATE: $400 - $600
CIRCA: 2000

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Lot#: 506

DESCRIPTION: Baume & Mercier, Switzerland, a ref. MV045216 Capeland wrist chronograph, 25 jewel, automatic winding, rhodium plated ETA 7750 movement with lever escapement in a round, stainless steel case with brown reptile strap, arabic numeral brown dial with date aperture at 3:00, hour register, constant seconds, and minute register at 6, 9 and 12:00 respectively, luminous polished sword hands, serial #5255565, 39mm
CONDITION: CASE: Dings; Fine scratches and scuffs; Strap with wear. DIAL: Very good. HANDS: Very good. MOVEMENT PLATES: Very good. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks); Date advance and quick set functional. COMPLICATION: Functions properly.
ESTIMATE: $400 - $600
CIRCA: 2000

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Lot#: 507

DESCRIPTION: Bucherer, Switzerland, a late 20th century wrist chronograph with moon phase display, 17 jewel, automatic winding, rhodium plated Valjoux cal. 7758 movement with lever escapement and micrometric regulator in a gray, matte finish titanium case with matching bracelet, baton marker gray dial with date aperture at 3:00, moon phase aperture at 6:00, constant seconds at 9:00, minute register at 12:00, and gold baton hands, 41mm
CONDITION: CASE: Dings; Localized fine scratches; Back with case wrench scratches; Bracelet with very fine scratches. DIAL: Faint spotting. HANDS: Good. MOVEMENT PLATES: Scratches on bottom plate at case screw; A few dings; Minor marring at set lever release; Very dirty. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks); Date advance functional; Quick set for date and moon phase functional. COMPLICATION: Functions properly.
ESTIMATE: $400 - $600
CIRCA: 1995

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Lot#: 508

DESCRIPTION: Bulova, New York, a mid 20th century gold Accutron wrist watch, 15 jewels, battery powered gilt plate cal. 2181 movement in an unusual 14 karat yellow gold case with textured and polished surfaces, roman numeral matte silver dial with date aperture at 3:00 and gold baton hands, serial #H24174, 43.3g TW
CONDITION: CASE: Dings and very fine scratches on outer surface of case; Underside of case with minor scratches; Lugs with bracelet wear; Case back with polished scratches and dents; Acrylic crystal; Precious metal content marked. DIAL: Very good. HANDS: Very good MOVEMENT PLATES: Very fine scratches on plate; A more significant scratch from the battery clamp screw to the opposite side of the plate; Some screw heads with minor marring. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running; Setting and date advance functional.
ESTIMATE: $400 - $600
CIRCA: 1970

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Lot#: 509

DESCRIPTION: Bulova, Switzerland, a gold "Accutron" wrist watch, 15 jewels, battery powered gilt plate cal. 2181 movement, in an oval, 14 karat, yellow gold case with finely fluted wide bezel, stepped marker mottled red dial with date aperture at 3:00 and gold baton hands, serial #41545, 47g TW
CONDITION: CASE: Dings; Fine marks and scratches; Dent on lower edge of case side; Back with case wrench marks and scratches; Acrylic crystal with very fine scratches and two tiny edge chips; Strap good; Precious metal content marked. DIAL: Good. HANDS: Good. MOVEMENT PLATES: Very fine scratches on plate; Scratches and marks on plate at battery strap screw. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Runs and sets; Date advance functional.
ESTIMATE: $400 - $600
CIRCA: 1970

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Lot#: 510

DESCRIPTION: Ebel, Switzerland, a late 20th century ref. 1124913 "Voyager" wrist watch, 21 jewels, automatic winding, spotted rhodium plated ETA cal. 2892-2 movement with lever escapement in a stainless steel case with rotating 18 karat gold bezel engraved with important cities, on a black reptile grain strap, roman numeral black dial with date aperture at 3:00, and luminous baton hands, serial #34601621, 38mm
CONDITION: CASE: Very fine scratches on outer surface of case; Minor dings; Case back with very fine scratches; Bezel with a few minor marks and very fine scratches; Strap with minor wear; Precious metal content marked. DIAL: Numerals with areas of minor oxide, otherwise very good. HANDS: Very good. MOVEMENT PLATES: A few fine scratches and scuffs, otherwise very good. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks); Date advance and quick set functional.
ESTIMATE: $400 - $700
CIRCA: 1990

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Lot#: 511

DESCRIPTION: Tissot, Switzerland, a ref. T097.427A "Bridgeport" wrist chronograph, 27 jewels, automatic winding, spotted rhodium plated movement with lever escapement in a round stainless steel case with black reptile grain strap, roman numeral black dial with date aperture and hour register at 6:00, minute register at 3:00, constant seconds at 9:00, and polished silver hands, 42mm
CONDITION: CASE: A few very fine scratches; Clasp lock with fine scratches; Strap with minor wear. DIAL: Very good. HANDS: Very good. MOVEMENT PLATES: Very good. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks); Date advance and quick set functional. COMPLICATION: Functions properly.
ESTIMATE: $400 - $600
CIRCA: 2000

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Lot#: 512

DESCRIPTION: Bulova, New York, a gold Accutron "Spaceview" wrist watch, 15 jewel, battery powered cal. 214 movement in a stainless steel tonneau style 3353 case with rubber strap, silver reflector ring and white painted, luminous hands, serial #H08529, 38mm x 41mm
CONDITION: CASE: Very fine scratches on outer surface of case; Dings; Small dent at 3:30; Acrylic crystal with very fine scratches; Battery cap with a few small burrs at slot. DIAL: Reflector ring good. HANDS: Very good. MOVEMENT PLATES: Very fine scratches on plate. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running, setting functional.
ESTIMATE: $300 - $400
CIRCA: 1975

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Lot#: 513

DESCRIPTION: Omega, Switzerland, a mid 20th century Omega ref, 2767-10 "Seamaster" wrist watch, 17 jewel, bumper automatic winding, adjusted to 5 positions and temperature gilt plate cal. 354 movement with lever escapement and whiplash micrometric regulator in a round, stainless steel case with black leather strap, faceted, pointed baton marker silver cross hair dial with matte center surrounded by a grained ring, and luminous dauphine hands, serial #14311039, 34mm.
CONDITION: CASE: Fine scratches on outer surface of case; Repairers information scratched into inside of case back; Acrylic crystal with minor marks and fine scratches; Strap with wear. DIAL: Very faint spotting; A few minor marks and fine scratches. HANDS: Seconds with specks of oxide; Hour and minute with tiny blisters. MOVEMENT PLATES: Very fine scratches on plate; Oscillating weight with minor plating loss from rubbing case back; Dirty. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks).
ESTIMATE: $300 - $400
CIRCA: 1955

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Lot#: 514

DESCRIPTION: 2 (Two) wrist watches, the first a "Pronto Submersible", 21 jewel ETA automatic movement with lever escapement, dart and arabic numeral marker black dial with luminous broad arrow hands and date aperture at 3:00, and stainless steel case with rotating bezel and rubber strap, serial #61153, the other a Rado ref.193.0324.3 "Diastar Ceramica", ETA 988.332 quartz movement with analog and digital display, black dial, and rectangular case with scratch resistant black ceramic shell and matching integral bracelet
CONDITION: both running, and in good condition overall, multiple lots sold as is, no returns
ESTIMATE: $500 - $800

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Lot#: 515

DESCRIPTION: 2 (Two) Hamilton wrist watches, manual winding, including a "Thor", cal. 770, 23 jewel, in a modified triangular shaped gold filled case, and a "Seckron," doctor's watch, cal. 980B, split dial for minutes and seconds, 17 jewel, in a gold filled case
CONDITION: both are ticking: sold as is
ESTIMATE: $450 - $600

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Lot#: 516

DESCRIPTION: 2 (Two) wrist watches, manual winding, including a Clebar chronograph, silvered dial and baton markers with 30 minute register at 3 and constant seconds at 9, stainless steel case, and a LeCoultre Memovox with alarm, cal. 814, 17 jewel, 10k gold filled case with stainless steel case back
CONDITION: Clebar is not resetting to zero, both are ticking; sold as is
ESTIMATE: $450 - $650

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Lot#: 517

DESCRIPTION: 2 (Two) lady's gold wrist watches including a Lucien Picard 17 jewel movement in a 14K yellow gold case with gold plated band, 17.8g TW including band, and a Gubelin 17 jewel movement in an 18K yellow gold case with leather band, 12g TW not including band, together with an associated box for jeweler Bailey, Banks & Biddle
CONDITION: neither watch ticking; precious metal content marked; sold as is
ESTIMATE: $400 - $550

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Lot#: 518

DESCRIPTION: 2 (Two) manual winding wrist watches including an Elgin Lord Elgin, grade 626, 21 jewel in a yellow gold filled case with Lord Elgin box, serial #V299524 and a generic Swiss in a nickel plated case together with two yellow gold filled open face cases for American railroad grade watches, one by Wadsworth marked for B.W. Raymond and the other by Keystone marked for Ball Official Standard
CONDITION: Lord Elgin ticking, crown on Swiss loose; sold as is
ESTIMATE: $350 - $450

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Lot#: 519

DESCRIPTION: 2 (Two) wrist watches, including Rado Starliner 999, automatic winding, black dial with calendar, 17 jewel in nickel case, and a LeCoultre, manual winding 17 jewel in a 14K white gold case
CONDITION: both are ticking; sold as is
ESTIMATE: $350 - $500

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Lot#: 520

DESCRIPTION: 3 (Three) wrist watches including an Elgin in an nickel plated case with hinged lugs and arabic numeral dial surround by a second set of numerals on black enamel bezel, 15 jewel Lady Elgin manual movement, serial #17900793, a Bulova Accutron with cal. 2182 movement in a stainless steel case with black dial and blue numerals, baton markers and sweep seconds hand together with a modern Asian made in a stainless steel case with aperture for tourbillon style mechanism
CONDITION: three are ticking; sold as is
ESTIMATE: $450 - $600

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Lot#: 521

DESCRIPTION: 3 (Three) wrist watches, manual wind, including an early Gruen in an elongated tonneau case, 15 jewel in a nickel case, a Longines 17 jewel, serial #6999359 in a gold filled case, and an early Omega in a nickel case
CONDITION: Three are ticking; sold as is
ESTIMATE: $350 - $500

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Lot#: 522

DESCRIPTION: 4 (Four) wrist watches, including a Bulova, manual winding, black dial in a gold filled case, a Lucien Piccard, automatic winding, 17 jewel gilt movement in a gold filled case, a Gruen, manual winding, black dial, 17 jewel in a white gold case, 30.5g TW and a Longines, automatic winding, cal.19AS, 17 jewel in a nickel case, serial #9383178
CONDITION: four are ticking; sold as is
ESTIMATE: $450 - $600

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Lot#: 523

DESCRIPTION: Molyneux & Sons, London, a gold pocket watch with Savage two pin lever escapement, 8 jewels, gilt full plate fusee movement with polished steel balance and diamond endstone, in an 18 karat, yellow gold, hinged back and bezel, reeded edge, engine turned open face case, with engraved monogram on back, London hallmark, and date letter for the year 1830, matted gold dial with polished roman numerals and gold Breguet style hands, serial #1384, 44mm, 79.6g TW
CONDITION: CASE: Edge of band with a few minor marks at movement hinge; Very fine scratches on outer surface of case; Fine scratches on inner surface of case; Engine turning with moderate wear; Bow with minor wear; Precious metal content marked. DIAL: A few minor marks, otherwise very good. HANDS: Very good. MOVEMENT PLATES: Very fine scratches on plate; A few marks at signature pillar; Balance cock foot with pin pricks and fine scratches; Balance cock foot with shallow gouge at screw from screwdriver; Scratch on balance rim at stud; Bright work with minor specks of oxide. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks).
ESTIMATE: $2000 - $3000

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Lot#: 524

DESCRIPTION: David Taylor, London, a mid 19th century lever fusee pocket watch, 19 jewels, key wind and set, gilt full plate movement with signed, numbered cap, lever escapement and cut bimetallic balance with diamond endstone in an 18 karat, yellow gold, engine turned and engraved hunting case signed "M&P", roman numeral, single sunk white enamel dial with blued steel fleur de lys hands, serial #10269, 57.3mm, 161.5g TW
CONDITION: CASE: Dents; Very fine scratches on outer surface of case; Very fine scratches on dome; Engine turning worn smooth; Lacking rear cover lift spring; Bow with minor wear; Precious metal content marked, tested. DIAL: Faint hairlines. HANDS: Minor oxide. MOVEMENT PLATES: Fine scratches on plate; Barrel ratchet, pawl, balance stud and regulator with patches of oxide; A few screws with oxide and loss to color; Cap with fine scratches and gouge; Cap catch with oxide and pitting. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks); Cannon pinion very tight.
ESTIMATE: $1800 - $2400
CIRCA: 1860

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Lot#: 525

DESCRIPTION: A Continental gold pocket watch with split pearls and enamel, now with a later movement, 11 jewel, key wind and set, gilt full plate English fusee movement with lever escapement in an 18 - 20 karat yellow gold and gilt pair case, the outer gilded and with glazed front and back, the inner with bezel set with pearls, the back with purple guilloche enamel and split pearl border, roman numeral white enamel dial with gold Breguet hands, 46mm, 85.1g TW
CONDITION: CASE: Outer with wear and losses to gilding; Front of outer with added claws to retain crystal; Inner with a few dings; Filing at hinge to trim joint pin; Crystal with minor scratches; Enamel with minor scratches; Bow with wear; Precious metal content tested. DIAL: Very good. HANDS: Hour replaced. MOVEMENT PLATES: Marks and fine scratches on plate; Small spot of corrosion; Dirty. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks). The movement is a good fit and appears to have been made for this case.
ESTIMATE: $1000 - $1400
CIRCA: 18th & 19th c.

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Lot#: 526

DESCRIPTION: Th. Picard Fils, La Chaux de Fonds, an early 20th century gold quarter repeating pocket chronograph, 16 jewels, stem wind and lever set gilt plate movement, with lever escapement and cut bimetallic balance in an 18 karat, yellow gold hunting case with maker's details engraved on gold cuvette, arabic numeral, single sunk white enamel dial with outer spiral tachymetre scale and plum colored steel spade and poker hands, serial #260738, 101.9g TW
CONDITION: CASE: Dents and deformation; Fine scratches on outer surface of case; Cuvette with minor dents and fine scratches; Front cover with gap at band when closed; Precious metal content marked. DIAL: Very good. HANDS: Chronograph hand with minor oxide; Seconds replaced. MOVEMENT PLATES: Minor losses to gilding; Scattered very fine scratches on plate; Some screw heads with minor marring. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks). COMPLICATION: Functions properly; Repeat pusher stiff.
ESTIMATE: $1000 - $1300
CIRCA: 1900

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Lot#: 527

DESCRIPTION: C.H. Meylan, Switzerland, for Black, Starr & Frost, New York, an early 20th century gold extra slim dress watch, 19 jewels, stem wind and set, adjusted to 6 positions and temperature, cotes de Geneve decorated rhodium plated movement with lever escapement and cut bimetallic balance, in an 18 karat, yellow gold, hinged back and snap bezel open face case with engraved initials on back cover, brushed gold dial with blue enamel Breguet numerals, and blued steel Louis XIV style hands, movement, case and dial signed, serial #24450, 43.25mm, 45.8g TW
CONDITION: CASE: Tiny dents and dings; Fine scratches on outer surface of case; Very fine scratches on inner surface of case; Precious metal content marked. DIAL: Very fine scratches, mostly concentrated around the center arbor and seconds pivot. HANDS: Very good. MOVEMENT PLATES: Very fine scratches on plate; Pin pricks on balance cock; Center bridge with edge dings; Significant scratch on barrel bridge; Fingerprint staining; Regulator and balance endstone setting with a few tiny oxide specks. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Not running; Fully wound, runs with pressure on crown, needs service.
ESTIMATE: $900 - $1200
CIRCA: 1920

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Lot#: 528

DESCRIPTION: Longines, Switzerland, for Shreve & Co., San Francisco, an early 20th century pocket watch, 21 jewels, stem wind and set, adjusted, cotes de Geneve decorated nickel bar movement with lever escapement, cut bimetallic balance with gold screws, and whiplash micrometric regulator in a 14 karat, yellow gold, engraved, box hinge hunting case with applied three color gold floral and foliate ornament, arabic numeral, single sunk white enamel dial with blued steel hands, serial #2678448, 45.5mm, 75.7g TW
CONDITION: CASE: Case with very little wear; Shallow dent, back; Very fine scratches on outer surface of case; Very fine scratches on cuvette; Fine case knife scratches on cuvette; Significant pressure on crown required to release catch; Acrylic crystal; Bow with minor wear; Precious metal content marked. DIAL: Very faint hairline, 10:00. HANDS: Very good. MOVEMENT PLATES: Very fine scratches on plate; Spotting; Lacking one barrel bridge screw; Regulator assembly and a few screws with oxide; Upper center wheel jewel cracked; Upper third wheel jewel fractured; Dirty. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Not running, good staff, needs service and repairs.
ESTIMATE: $900 - $1300
CIRCA: 1915

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Lot#: 529

DESCRIPTION: Touchon & Co., Switzerland, an early 20th century gold and enamel dress watch, stem wind and set, 21 jewel, adjusted to 6 positions, temperature and isochronism, nickel "Bosun whistle" bar movement with lever escapement, cut bimetallic balance and micrometric regulator in an 18 karat, yellow gold, snap back and bezel open face case with black enamel filled engraving and monogram on back cover, arabic numeral gold dial with black enamel infill and plum colored steel moon hands, serial #226142, 46mm, 57.3g TW, case, dial and movement signed
CONDITION: CASE: Back with shallow dents and waves; Tiny dings; Back cover, bow and pendant with losses to enamel; Fine scratches and localized abrasion on outer surface of case; Interior of back with rings of circular scratches, the unfortunate result of a remarkably feeble attempt at snailing; Bow loose; Crown shell worn through; Precious metal content marked. DIAL: Very fine scratches; Dent at 8:00; Discoloration and losses to lacquer. HANDS: Minute repaired. MOVEMENT PLATES: Scattered very fine scratches and pin pricks on plate; Barrel with abrasion from contact with underside of bridge; Train wheels with losses to gold plating; Endstone settings with scratches; Regulator spring with a few specks of oxide; Fourth wheel upper hole jewel replaced and now with brass setting. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks).
ESTIMATE: $900 - $1200

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Lot#: 530

DESCRIPTION: Bautte, Geneva, a 19th century gold pocket watch, 15 jewel, key wind and set gilt bar movement with lever escapement in an 18 karat, yellow gold, engine turned and engraved hunting case with makers details engraved on gold cuvette, roman numeral, single sunk white enamel dial with blued and gilt steel hands, serial #42458, 41mm,54.2g TW
CONDITION: CASE: Small dent, back; Very fine scratches on outer surface of case; Very fine scratches on cuvette; Front cover hinge sticky; Rear cover lacking lift spring; Bow with dents; Crown shell split; Precious metal content marked. DIAL: A few scratches; Flakes at center of seconds bit. HANDS: Oxide, tip of minute. MOVEMENT PLATES: Barrel and barrel bridge with loss to gilding; Bright work with a few specks of oxide; Specks of dirt. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks).
ESTIMATE: $550 - $750
CIRCA: 1870

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Lot#: 531

DESCRIPTION: Switzerland, for M.S. Smith & Co., Detroit, a lady's 18 karat gold pocket watch, 15 jewels, key wind and set, cotes de Geneve decorated nickel bar movement with lever escapement and cut bimetallic balance in an 18 karat yellow gold, engraved hunting case with stylized foliate ornament filled with black enamel, pendant with split pusher, retailers details engraved on gold cuvette, and engraved presentation on inside of front cover, roman numeral single sunk white enamel dial with plum colored steel Breguet style hands, serial #28352, 41mm, 56.9g TW
CONDITION: CASE: Front cover with shallow dent, edge; Band with a few dents; Very fine scratches on outer surface of case; Cuvette with numerous fine scratches; Minor losses to enamel; Lacking front cover lift spring; Precious metal content marked. DIAL: Hairlines at 6 and 11:00; Dirty and with minor scratches. HANDS: Minor oxide, minute. MOVEMENT PLATES: Fine scratches on plate; More significant scratches on pallet cock and on bottom plate adjacent to escape wheel; Minor spotting and fingerprint staining; Small spot of oxide on stud cap; Some screws with minor oxide and marring to heads; Dirty. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Not running; Good staff; center wheel detached from it's pinion.
ESTIMATE: $500 - $650
CIRCA: 1870

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Lot#: 532

DESCRIPTION: Agassiz, Geneva, Switzerland, an early 20th century pocket chronograph with instantaneous minute register, 18 jewels, stem wind and set, cotes de Geneve decorated nickel plate movement with lever escapement, cut bimetallic balance, and whiplash micrometric regulator, in a gold filled, hinged back and bezel, plain polished open face case with engraved monogram on rear cover, arabic numeral, outer red 5-minute markers, double sunk white enamel dial with 30 minute register at 12:00 and plum colored steel spade and poker hands, serial #125453, 52.5mm
CONDITION: CASE: Dings and small dents; Fine scratches on outer surface of case; Fine scratches on cuvette; Localized case knife marks; Gold filled with moderate brassing; Crown worn. DIAL: Fine scratches. HANDS: Minute with minor oxide. MOVEMENT PLATES: Very fine scratches on plate; Some chronograph components with specks of oxide; Regulator assembly with a few specks of oxide; Column wheel cap with a few scratches. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks). COMPLICATION:Chronograph starts, stops, and returns the chronograph hand to zero as it should; Minute register returns to zero only after cycling through the functions a second time, needs service.
ESTIMATE: $350 - $500
CIRCA: 1915

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Lot#: 533

DESCRIPTION: E. Howard & Co., Boston, Mass., a gold cased series VII pocket watch, N size, 15 jewels, stem wind and set, adjusted to 6 positions, temperature and isochronism, damascened nickel plate movement with lever escapement, cut bimetallic balance with gold screws, gold jewel settings, and whiplash micrometric regulator in a 14 karat, yellow gold, reeded edge, engine turned and engraved hunting case with engraved monogram on front cover, roman numeral, outer black 5-minute markers, single sunk white enamel dial with blued steel hands, serial #223014, 142.8g TW
CONDITION: CASE: Covers with numerous dents; Very fine scratches on outer surface of case; Very fine scratches on inner surface of case; Bow replaced; Crown with minor wear; Precious metal content marked. DIAL: Faint hairline, 5:00; Gray spots at 10 - 12:00. HANDS: Mismatched. MOVEMENT PLATES: Fine scratches on plate; A more significant scratch beginning to the right of the serial number and continuing across the center of the plate; Short scratches and pin pricks at case screws; Ring of fine scratches around center arbor; Spot of corrosion at fourth wheel jewel setting; Center arbor pin an incorrect replacement; Case screws replaced. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks);
ESTIMATE: $1800 - $2200
CIRCA: 1895

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Lot#: 534

DESCRIPTION: Illinois Watch Co., Springfield, Illinois, a gold "Manhattan" pocket watch, 11 jewels, 18 size, transitional stem wind and lever set, damascened nickel plate movement with lever escapement and cut bimetallic balance in an 18 karat, yellow gold engine turned and engraved hunting case, roman numeral, double sunk white enamel dial with blued steel spade hands, serial #221530, 136.2g TW
CONDITION: CASE: Small, shallow dents; Very fine scratches on outer surface of case; Very fine scratches on inner surface of case; Short scratch on inside of back cover; Cuvette with a few case knife marks and scratches; Front cover hinge a bit sticky; Engine turning nearly worn smooth; Bow with minor wear; Bezel lacking hinge pin and with one broken tube; Precious metal content marked. DIAL: Dirty, otherwise very good. HANDS: Minor oxide. MOVEMENT PLATES: Very fine scratches on plate; A more significant scratch to the right of the balance cock; Balance cock foot with minor gouge; Regulator and stud with specks of oxide; Dirty. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks); Would benefit from service.
ESTIMATE: $1700 - $2200
CIRCA: 1880

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Lot#: 535

DESCRIPTION: E. Howard & Co., Boston, Mass., a late 19th century series VII pocket watch, N size, 15 jewels, stem wind and set, adjusted to temperature and isochronism, damascened nickel plate movement with lever escapement, cut bimetallic balance with gold screws, gold jewel settings, and whiplash micrometric regulator in a 14 karat, yellow gold, reeded edge, engine turned hunting case with glazed cuvette below solid cuvette, arabic numeral, outer red 5-minute markers, double sunk white enamel dial with blued steel hands, serial #227713, 131.7g TW
CONDITION: CASE: Dents; Fine scratches on outer surface of case; Engine turning with moderate wear; Bow with wear; Crown shell worn through; Precious metal content marked. DIAL: Hairlines; Small edge chip at 6:00. HANDS: Replaced. MOVEMENT PLATES: Numerous scratches and pin pricks; Regulator assembly with a few specks of oxide. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks).
ESTIMATE: $1500 - $1800
CIRCA: 1895

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Lot#: 536

DESCRIPTION: American Waltham Watch Co., Waltham, Mass., a model 1870 "Crescent Street" pocket watch, 15 jewels, key wind and set, adjusted, gilt plate movement with lever escapement, cut bimetallic balance with gold screws, and Woerd micrometric regulator in a 14 - 16 karat, yellow gold, reeded edge, engine turned and engraved hunting case, roman numeral, single sunk white enamel dial with blued steel fleur de lys hands, serial #553932, 134.2g TW
CONDITION: CASE: A few small, shallow dents, back; Dings; Fine scratches on outer surface of case; Minor, localized flats on band; Cuvette with fine scratches and small dent; One digit of serial number visible on outer surface of cuvette; Small mark near setting arbor on cuvette; Engine turning with moderate wear; Bow with minor wear; Pusher cap with minor wear; Rear cover hinge loose; Precious metal content tested. DIAL: Faint hairlines; Tiny flake at center of seconds bit; Flake at edge concealed by bezel, 2:00. HANDS: Seconds lacking blue. MOVEMENT PLATES: Scratches on plate; Small cluster of scratches at edge of plate; A few dings; Gouge at barrel bridge screw; Scattered specks of oxide on regulator assembly; One tooth on regulator pinion broken; Winding arbor with pitting; Case screw replaced. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks); Low amplitude, needs service.
ESTIMATE: $1400 - $1700
CIRCA: 1871

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Lot#: 537

DESCRIPTION: Elgin National Watch Co., Elgin, Illinois, an early 20th century grade 373 "Father Time" pocket watch, 21 jewels, stem wind and lever set, adjusted to 5 positions, temperature and isochronism, damascened nickel plate movement with lever escapement, cut bimetallic balance with gold screws, gold jewel settings, and Moseley micrometric regulator in a 14 karat, yellow gold, reeded edge, engine turned and engraved hunting case, arabic numeral, outer red 5-minute markers, double sunk white enamel dial with gilt Louis XIV hands, serial #16677473, 129.6g TW
CONDITION: CASE: Shows two extra case screw marks; Dent, band, between hinges; A few small dents, band; A few very small, shallow dents, covers; Fine scratches on outer surface of case; Very fine scratches on cuvette; Engine turning and engraving with very little wear; Lacking one hinge plug; Bow and hinges tight; Bezel replaced; Acrylic crystal; Precious metal content marked. DIAL: Scratch at 1:00; Enamel loss and glued chip at center; Crystal glue residue. HANDS: Good. MOVEMENT PLATES: Fine scratches and pin pricks on plate; Surface scrape at one case screw; Train bridge with spot of corrosion; Ratchet wheel with scratches; Lacking one barrel arbor bushing screw; Dirty. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks).
ESTIMATE: $1400 - $1700
CIRCA: 1910

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Lot#: 538

DESCRIPTION: Illinois Watch Co., Springfield, Illinois, a late 19th century "Sangamo" pocket watch with box hinge case, 16 size, 23 jewels, stem wind and lever set, adjusted to 6 positions, temperature and isochronism, two tone damascened nickel plate movement with lever escapement, cut bimetallic balance with gold screws, gold jewel settings, gold wheel train, and whiplash micrometric regulator in a 14 karat, yellow gold, engraved box hinge hunting case with engraved cipher on front cover, arabic numeral, outer red 5-minute markers, single sunk white enamel dial with plum colored steel whip and spade hands, serial #1418384, 132.9g TW
CONDITION: CASE: Case has housed another movement; Shallow dent, band; Very fine scratches on outer surface of case; Very fine scratches on cuvette; Engraving with moderate wear; Front cover lift spring opening cover to 45 deg.; Acrylic crystal; Bow replaced; Crown shell worn through; Precious metal content tested. DIAL: A few hairlines. HANDS: Minor losses to color. MOVEMENT PLATES: Scattered spotting; Very fine scratches on plate; Significant scratches on train bridge and on barrel bridge at case screw; Ratchet wheel with spots of oxide; Regulator assembly with specks of oxide; Center wheel with concentric scratches and marring; One case screw an incorrect replacement. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks).
ESTIMATE: $1400 - $1800
CIRCA: 1900

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Lot#: 539

DESCRIPTION: Rockford Watch Co., Rockford, Illinois, a late 19th century grade 49 pocket watch, 18 size, 15 jewels, stem wind and lever set, adjusted, damascened nickel plate movement with exposed lever escapement, cut bimetallic balance and whiplash micrometric regulator in a 14 karat, yellow gold engraved hunting case with initials on front cover, and engraved dedication on gold cuvette, roman numeral, single sunk white enamel dial with blued steel open morning glory hands, serial #249798, 144.6g TW
CONDITION: CASE: Case has housed another movement; A few minor dings; Very fine scratches on outer surface of case; Very fine scratches on cuvette; Localized case knife marks and scratches on cuvette; Engraving with minor wear; Lift spring needs adjustment, cover needs help opening the first 45 degrees; Bow tight; Crown shell worn through; DIAL: Numerous hairlines; Edge chips and filled losses. HANDS: Good. MOVEMENT PLATES: Scratches, minor gouges and pin pricks; A few spots of corrosion; Regulator assembly with minor oxide; Dirty. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks).
ESTIMATE: $1400 - $1800
CIRCA: 1885

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Lot#: 540

DESCRIPTION: American Waltham Watch Co., Waltham, Mass., a gold model 1883 pocket watch, 18 size, 17 jewels, stem wind and lever set adjusted, damascened gilt nickel plate movement with cut bimetallic balance, gold jewel settings and Church micrometric regulator in a 14 karat, rose gold, engine turned and engraved faux box hinge hunting case, arabic numeral, single sunk O'Hara style multicolor enamel dial with gilt Louis XIV style hands, serial #5371860, 129.1g TW
CONDITION: CASE: Case has housed another movement; Shallow dents; Very fine scratches on outer surface of case; Cuvette with shallow dents and very fine scratches; Rear cover with gaps at band when closed; Engine turning nearly worn smooth; Bow with significant wear; Crown with minor wear; Precious metal content tested. DIAL: Numerous hairlines. HANDS: Minute replaced. MOVEMENT PLATES: Very fine scratches on plate; Scratch from bridge screw extending nearly to the plate center; A few short scratches near case hinge; Case screw and one bridge screw with specks of oxide; Regulator assembly with localized oxide; Specks of dust. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks).
ESTIMATE: $1300 - $1600
CIRCA: 1895

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Lot#: 541

DESCRIPTION: American Waltham Watch Co., Waltham, Mass., a late 19th century model 1888 pocket watch, 16 size, 17 jewels, stem wind and set, adjusted, two tone damascened nickel plate movement with lever escapement, cut bimetallic balance with gold screws, gold jewel settings, and Church micrometric regulator, in a 14 karat, yellow gold, engine turned and engraved hunting case with engraved presentation on gold cuvette, arabic numeral, single sunk O'Hara style multicolor enamel dial with blued steel hands, serial #6555648, 122.1g TW
CONDITION: CASE: Minor dents; Very fine scratches on outer surface of case; Cuvette with localized, minor abrasion; Engine turning worn smooth; Engraving on band nearly worn smooth; Both covers extend beyond 90 degrees when opened; Lacking hinge plugs; Acrylic crystal; Bezel replaced; Bow and crown with minor wear; Precious metal content marked. DIAL: Very good. HANDS: Minute replaced. MOVEMENT PLATES: Very fine scratches on plate; Significant scratches at serial number and case screw; Lacking gilded portions of finish; All steel with oxide; Balance endstone and one screw replaced. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks).
ESTIMATE: $1300 - $1600
CIRCA: 1895

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Lot#: 542

DESCRIPTION: E. Howard & Co., Boston, Mass., a gold series V pocket watch, L size, 15 jewels, stem wind and set gilt plate movement with lever escapement and cut bimetallic balance with gold screws in a 14 karat, yellow gold, engraved hunting case, arabic numeral, single sunk white enamel dial with blued steel spade hands, serial #55330, 121.1g TW
CONDITION: CASE: Very fine scratches on outer surface of case; Very fine scratches on cuvette; Engraving with minor wear; Stem/ crown sticking when pressed, must be pulled up to return catch to locking position, tube needs replacement; One corner of front hinge with significant wear/ rounding; Bow with minor wear; Crown worn; Precious metal content marked. DIAL: Hairlines; Chip at center of seconds bit. HANDS: Replaced. MOVEMENT PLATES: Fine scratches on plate; Spotting; Losses to gilding; Lacking regulator spring; Regulator with a few specks of oxide; Dirty. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks); Low amplitude, needs service.
ESTIMATE: $1300 - $1600
CIRCA: 1875

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Lot#: 543

DESCRIPTION: South Bend Watch Co., South Bend, Indiana, an early 20th century gold, grade 295 "Polaris" pocket watch, 16 size, 21 jewels, stem wind and lever set, adjusted to 5 positions, temperature, and isochronism, ornately damascened nickel plate movement with lever escapement, cut bimetallic balance with gold screws, gold jewel settings, gold wheel train, and micrometric regulator, in a 14 karat, yellow gold, hinged back and bezel, plain polished open face case with manufacturers details on gold cuvette, arabic numeral single sunk white enamel dial signed "South Bend Polaris", blued steel spade hands, serial #518204, 89.8g TW
CONDITION: CASE: Small dents, band; Numerous fine scratches on outer surface of case; Case knife scratches on cuvette; Crown shell worn through; Precious metal content marked. DIAL: Faint hairlines; Small flakes at edge near setting lever. HANDS: Minor losses to color; Seconds replaced. MOVEMENT PLATES: Fine scratches on train bridge and balance cock; Scratch at one barrel bridge screw; Regulator, winding wheels, and click screw with specks of oxide; Balance cock with small gouge at jewel setting screw. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks).
ESTIMATE: $1200 - $1600
CIRCA: 1910

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Lot#: 544

DESCRIPTION: American Waltham Watch Co., Waltham, Mass., a late 19th century model 1874 "Riverside" pocket watch, 14 size, 13 jewels, stem wind and lever set gilt plate movement with lever escapement and cut bimetallic balance in a 14 karat, yellow gold, reeded edge, engine turned hunting case, roman numeral, single sunk white enamel dial with blued steel spade hands, serial #1143285,115.4g TW
CONDITION: CASE: Flat spot, band; Shallow dents, back; Fine scratches on outer surface of case; Very fine scratches on cuvette; Engine turning nearly worn smooth; Acrylic crystal; Crown and bow replaced; Bow very loose; Precious metal content marked. DIAL: Hairlines; Flakes in enamel concealed by bezel. HANDS: Minor oxide, minute. MOVEMENT PLATES: Very fine scratches on plate; Regulator with minor oxide. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks).
ESTIMATE: $1100 - $1400
CIRCA: 1880

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Lot#: 545

DESCRIPTION: E. Howard Watch Co. (Keystone), Waltham, Mass., an early 20th century series 0 pocket watch, 16 size, 23 jewel, stem wind and set, adjusted to 5 positions, temperature and isochronism, damascened nickel bar movement with lever escapement, cut bimetallic balance with gold screws, gold jewel settings, and whiplash micrometric regulator in an 18 karat, yellow gold, plain polished open face case with Jurgensen lips, monogram on back cover and maker's details and presentation engraved on gold cuvette, arabic numeral, outer red 5-minute markers, double sunk white enamel dial with plum colored steel whip and spade hands, serial #1159122, 92.1g TW, with associated Howard box and license
CONDITION: CASE: Fine scratches on outer surface of case; Very fine scratches on inner surface of case; Crystal with scratches; Crown shell worn through; Precious metal content marked. DIAL: Hairline, 1:30. HANDS: Seconds lacking tail. MOVEMENT PLATES: Very fine scratches on plate; Fine scratches on balance cock; Ratchet wheel washer with patch of minor oxide; Regulator with two spots of oxide; Specks of dirt. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks). Box exterior with minor marring to finish, otherwise good.
ESTIMATE: $1100 - $1400
CIRCA: 1910

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Lot#: 546

DESCRIPTION: American Waltham Watch Co., Waltham, Mass., a late 19th century model 1888 pocket watch, 16 size, 11 jewels, stem wind and set gilt plate movement with lever escapement and cut bimetallic balance in a 14 karat yellow gold engraved hunting case with engraved cipher on front cover, and dedication on cuvette, roman numeral, outer black five minute markers, single sunk white enamel dial with blued steel spade hands, serial #5395604, 116.6g TW
CONDITION: CASE: A few dents, back; Dent in front cover at hinge; Very fine scratches on outer surface of case; Very fine scratches on cuvette; Cuvette with a few shallow dents; Front cover extends beyond 90 degrees when opened, 105 deg.; Bow and crown with minor wear; Precious metal content marked. DIAL: A few minor scratches, otherwise very good. HANDS: Minor oxide. MOVEMENT PLATES: Very fine scratches on plate; barrel bridge with two, fine concentric scratches around a screw; Ratchet wheel with small spot of oxide; Regulator with a few specks of oxide; Specks of dirt. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks); Stem is difficult to pull for setting.
ESTIMATE: $1000 - $1300
CIRCA: 1895

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Lot#: 547

DESCRIPTION: American Waltham Watch Co., Waltham, Mass., a model 1888 "Riverside Maximus" pocket watch, 16 size, 21 jewels, stem wind and set, adjusted, damascened nickel plate movement with lever escapement, cut bimetallic balance with gold screws, diamond endstones, gold jewel settings, and Church micrometric regulator in a 14 karat rose gold hunting case with engraved monogram on front cover, roman numeral, outer red 5-minute markers, double sunk white enamel dial with blued steel spade and whip hands, serial #7003524, 105.6g TW
CONDITION: CASE: Two flat spots, band; Very fine scratches on outer surface of case; Very fine scratches on cuvette; Fine scratches on inside of back cover; Case knife scratches on cuvette; Front cover hinge sticky; Front cover opens to just beyond 90 degrees; Acrylic crystal; Bow replaced; Crown worn, lacking shell; Precious metal content marked. DIAL: Not Maximus grade; Hairlines, seconds bit; Flake in enamel concealed by bezel. HANDS: Minute with bend and minor oxide. MOVEMENT PLATES: A few fine scratches; Pallet endstone setting thinned to clear balance; Escape and balance endstone settings with minor marring; Specks of dirt. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks).
ESTIMATE: $1000 - $1400
CIRCA: 1900

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Lot#: 548

DESCRIPTION: American Waltham Watch Co., Waltham, Mass., a model 1892 "Vanguard" pocket watch, 23 jewels, 18 size, stem wind and lever set, adjusted, damascened nickel plate movement with lever escapement, cut bimetallic balance with gold screws, diamond endstone, gold jewel settings, and Church micrometric regulator in a 14 karat, yellow gold, engraved hunting case, arabic numeral, outer red 5-minute markers, double sunk white enamel dial with blued steel spade and poker hands, serial #12540261, 131.3g TW
CONDITION: CASE: Case has housed another movement; Very fine scratches on outer surface of case; Very fine scratches on cuvette; A few fine case knife scratches on cuvette; Crown with minor wear; Bow and hinges tight; Precious metal content tested. DIAL: Filled loss to left of seconds bit. HANDS: Replaced. MOVEMENT PLATES: Fine scratches on plate; Gouging at one case screw; Scratches on balance cock; Balance endstone setting with significant marring; Ratchet wheel and washer with patches of oxide; One case screw replaced; Regulator assembly with a few specks of oxide. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks).
ESTIMATE: $1000 - $1300
CIRCA: 1905

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Lot#: 549

DESCRIPTION: Ball Watch Co., Cleveland, Ohio, a Ball - Hamilton 999A "Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers" pocket watch, 18 size, 21 jewels, stem wind and lever set, adjusted to 5 positions and temperature, damascened nickel plate movement with lever escapement, cut bimetallic balance with gold screws, gold jewel settings, and whiplash micrometric regulator in a gold filled, Ball model screw back and bezel open face case, the back with engraved locomotive, arabic numeral, single sunk white enamel dial marked "B of LE Standard", with plum colored steel spade hands, serial #118048
CONDITION: CASE: Minor dings; Very fine scratches on outer surface of case; Fine scratches on inner surface of case; Inside of back with small area of marring; Gold filled with minor brassing; Bow pivot holes in pendant worn; Crown replaced. DIAL: Faint hairlines; Scratches on seconds bit. HANDS: Minute replaced. MOVEMENT PLATES: Very fine marks and scratches on plate; Short, fine scratches on plate; Balance cock foot with fine scratches and pin pricks; Minor gouging at case screws; Case screws replaced. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks).
ESTIMATE: $1000 - $1500
CIRCA: 1900

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Lot#: 550

DESCRIPTION: E. Howard & Co., Boston, Mass., a late 19th century series VII pocket watch, N size, 15 jewels, stem wind and set, adjusted to 6 positions, temperature and isochronism, damascened nickel plate movement with lever escapement, cut bimetallic balance with gold screws, gold jewel settings, and whiplash micrometric regulator in a 14 karat, yellow gold, reeded edge, engine turned and engraved hunting case with engraved monogram on front cover and date engraved on gold cuvette, runic, outer red five minute markers, single sunk white enamel dial, spelling out the name "George S Engel", the back signed "Josiah Moorhouse Sept. 11 1891", with blued steel hands, serial #226450, 121.8g TW
CONDITION: CASE: Numerous shallow dents; Fine scratches on outer surface of case; Very fine scratches on cuvette; A few case knife scratches on cuvette; Engine turning with moderate wear; Catch does not release when crown is pressed; Rear cover snap worn; One hinge plug absent; Acrylic crystal; Bow replaced; Crown replaced, shell worn through; Precious metal content marked. DIAL: Faint hairlines; Cracks just above seconds bit. HANDS: Mismatched. MOVEMENT PLATES: Fine scratches on plate; Deep scratches under balance cock; Bright work with specks of oxide; Specks of dirt. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks).
ESTIMATE: $1000 - $1300
CIRCA: 1890

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Lot#: 551

DESCRIPTION: Rockford Watch Co., Rockford, Illinois, a Plymouth Watch Co. "King Edward" pocket watch, 18 size, 21 jewels, stem wind and lever set, adjusted, damascened nickel plate movement with lever escapement, cut bimetallic balance and whiplash micrometric regulator in a 14 karat, yellow gold, engraved hunting case, roman numeral, outer red 5-minute markers, double sunk white enamel dial with blued steel spade hands, serial #605718,137.5g TW
CONDITION: CASE: Shows extra case screw marks adjacent to case screws; Very fine scratches on outer surface of case; Short scratch/ scuff on edge of back cover near pendant; Small, very shallow dent, front and back cover; Very fine scratches on cuvette; Case knife marks and scratches on cuvette; Bow replaced; Crown shell worn through; Precious metal content marked. DIAL: Hairlines; Significant scratch at 2:30; Glued chip and filled losses at center. HANDS: Good. MOVEMENT PLATES: Fine scratches on plate; More significant scratches on barrel bridge and at case screws; Regulator assembly with a few specks of oxide. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks).
ESTIMATE: $1000 - $1300
CIRCA: 1900

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Lot#: 552

DESCRIPTION: American Waltham Watch Co., Waltham, Mass., a late 19th century model 1888 "Royal" pocket watch, 16 size, 17 jewels, stem wind and set, adjusted, damascened nickel plate movement with lever escapement, cut bimetallic balance and Fogg tadpole regulator in a 14 karat, yellow gold, engine turned and engraved hunting case, arabic numeral, outer red five minute markers, single sunk white enamel dial with polychrome enamel bird of paradise surrounded by fruit and foliage, blued steel hands, serial #6167192, 97.1g TW
CONDITION: CASE: Shallow dent, front; Very fine scratches on outer surface of case; Very fine scratches on inner surface of case; A few fine case knife scratches on cuvette; Front cover extends just beyond 90 degrees when opened; Crown shell split; Precious metal content marked. DIAL: A few scratches; Flake at edge concealed by bezel, 5:30; Lines in surface probably resulting from the firing of the later image. HANDS: Replaced and with oxide. MOVEMENT PLATES: Very fine scratches on plate; A few more significant scratches at case screw; Winding wheels with minor oxide; Regulator assembly with a few specks of oxide; Specks of dirt. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks); Low amplitude, needs service; Crown very difficult to pull to setting position.
ESTIMATE: $900 - $1200
CIRCA: 1895

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Lot#: 553

DESCRIPTION: American Waltham Watch Co., Waltham, Mass., a model 1872 "Riverside" pocket watch, 16 size, 15 jewels, stem wind and lever set adjusted gilt plate movement with lever escapement, cut bimetallic balance with gold screws, and Fogg tadpole regulator in a 14 karat, yellow gold engraved hunting case with engraved monogram on front cover, roman numeral single sunk white enamel dial with blued steel spade hands, serial #4034962, 108.5g TW
CONDITION: CASE: Very fine scratches on outer surface of case; Very fine scratches on inner surface of case; Back cover with two short scratches on edge at lip; A few very short case knife scratches on cuvette; Front cover with slight catch when opening; Acrylic crystal; Bow and hinges tight; Precious metal content marked. DIAL: Very good. HANDS: Minor oxide. MOVEMENT PLATES: Two small spots on plate; Ratchet wheel with numerous, very fine parallel scratches; Ratchet wheel and regulator with a bit of minor oxide; Ratchet wheel with small circular spot of very fine pitting. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks).
ESTIMATE: $900 - $1200
CIRCA: 1890

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Lot#: 554

DESCRIPTION: Illinois Watch Co., Springfield, Illinois, an early 20th century "Stewart Special" pocket watch, 18 size, 17 jewels, stem wind and lever set, adjusted, two tone damascened nickel plate movement with lever escapement, cut bimetallic balance with gold screws, gold jewel settings, and micrometric regulator in an 8 and 14 karat yellow gold, reeded edge, engine turned and engraved, faux box hinge hunting case, roman numeral, outer red 5-minute markers, double sunk white enamel dial signed "Stewart Special", and with blued steel open morning glory hands, serial #1579676, 119.2g TW
CONDITION: CASE: Case has housed another movement; Very fine scratches on outer surface of case; Very fine scratches on cuvette; Crown with very minor wear; Engine turning and engraving still crisp, appears to have been carried very little; Precious metal content marked. DIAL: Very fine scratches; Faint hairlines. HANDS: Seconds lacking color; Hour and minute appear to have been subjected to chemical coloring. MOVEMENT PLATES: Very fine scratches on plate; Fine scratches at one case screw; Some screws with losses to plating; One case screw head broken; Dirty. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks).
ESTIMATE: $900 - $1200
CIRCA: 1900

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Lot#: 555

DESCRIPTION: Illinois Watch Co., Springfield, Illinois, for A. Andrews Diamond Palace, a late 19th century gold, grade 101 pocket watch, 18 size, 11 jewels, transitional stem wind and lever set damascened nickel plate movement engraved "The Diamond Palace San Francisco, Cal.", with lever escapement and cut bimetallic balance, in a 14 karat, yellow gold, reeded edge, engine turned hunting case, roman numeral single sunk white enamel dial signed for the retailer, and blued steel spade hands, serial #221667, 122.6g TW
CONDITION: CASE: Case has housed another movement; Two dents, band; Small dents and shallow crease, back; Front with shallow dents; Cuvette with two shallow dents; Cuvette with localized fine scratches and case knife marks; Engine turning with moderate wear; Acrylic crystal; Bow with minor wear; Crown shell worn through; Precious metal content marked. DIAL: Faint hairline, 5:00; Tiny edge flakes. HANDS: Specks of oxide; Mismatched. MOVEMENT PLATES: Very fine scratches on plate; A more significant short scratch adjacent to stud; Dings and pin pricks; A few tiny spots of corrosion; Regulator and stud with minor oxide; One case screw replaced. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks).
ESTIMATE: $900 - $1200
CIRCA: 1880

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Lot#: 556

DESCRIPTION: Rockford Watch Co., Rockford, Illinois, a late 19th century grade 103 pocket watch, 16 size, 17 jewels, stem wind and lever set, two tone damascened nickel plate movement with lever escapement and cut bimetallic balance in a very attractive 14 karat, yellow gold, engraved, scalloped edge hunting case, roman numeral, outer red 5-minute markers double sunk white enamel dial with blued steel hands, serial #384850, 124.3g TW
CONDITION: CASE: Case has housed another movement; Very fine scratches on outer surface of case; Very fine scratches on inner surface of case and on cuvette; Two hinge plugs absent; Acrylic crystal; Crystal a bit too high; Bow with minor wear; Crown shell worn through; Precious metal content marked. DIAL: Faint hairlines and numerous very fine scratches. HANDS: Minute and seconds are incorrect replacements. MOVEMENT PLATES: Fine scratches on plate; Small clusters of scratches at barrel bridge screws; Minor gouge at balance cock screw; Winding wheels with spots of oxide; Regulator assembly with oxide; Hazy; Dirty. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks).
ESTIMATE: $900 - $1300
CIRCA: 1890

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Lot#: 557

DESCRIPTION: American Waltham Watch Co., Waltham, Mass., a Civil War era model 1857 "Appleton, Tracy & Co." pocket watch, 18 size, 15 jewels, key wind and set gilt plate movement with lever escapement and gold balance in a 14 karat, yellow gold, engine turned and engraved hunting case, roman numeral, single sunk white enamel dial with blued steel spade hands, serial #28094, 104.2g TW
CONDITION: CASE: Rear cover with a few dents; Small notch filed at lip; Fine scratches on outer surface of case; Fine scratches on cuvette; Arc of abrasion inside rear cover; Front hinge a bit sticky; Rear cover snap worn; Engine turning nearly worn smooth; Pendant and pusher with wear; Precious metal content tested. DIAL: Two short hairlines below seconds bit. HANDS: Minute replaced; Seconds lacking tail; Hour lacking blue. MOVEMENT PLATES: Very fine scratches on plate; Scattered spotting; A few spots of corrosion; Fingerprint staining; Balance stud and regulator with minor oxide; Very oily/ dirty. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks).
ESTIMATE: $800 - $1100
CIRCA: 1860

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Lot#: 558

DESCRIPTION: American Waltham Watch Co., Waltham, Mass., a Civil War era model 1860 "Appleton, Tracy & Co." pocket watch, 16 size, 15 jewels, key wind and set, adjusted gilt plate movement with lever escapement and cut bimetallic balance with gold screws in a 14 karat, yellow gold, engine turned and engraved hunting case, roman numeral, single sunk white enamel dial with blued steel spade and poker hands, serial #100064
CONDITION: CASE: Small dent, front;Two small dents, back; Very fine scratches on outer surface of case; Fine scratches on cuvette; Cuvette with depression at winding arbor; Engine turning on cuvette with localized marring; Engine turning and engraving with minor wear; Hinge plugs absent; Bow with significant brassing; Pusher cap replaced; Rear cover hinge loose; Precious metal content tested. DIAL: Hairlines, 6:30, 9:30, and one at edge, 3:30. HANDS: Mismatched. MOVEMENT PLATES: Very fine scratches on plate; Fine scratches on plate; Scattered spotting; Dings at two bridge screws; Some steel components with minor oxide; Regulator with pitting and poorly repaired. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks); Low amplitude, needs service.
ESTIMATE: $800 - $1100
CIRCA: 1864

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Lot#: 559

DESCRIPTION: American Waltham Watch Co., Waltham, Mass., a model 1872 pocket watch, 16 size, 15 jewels, stem wind and lever set, adjusted, damascened nickel plate movement with lever escapement, cut bimetallic balance with gold screws, and Woerd micrometric regulator in a 14 karat, rose gold hunting case with engraved band, roman numeral, outer red 5-minute markers, single sunk white enamel dial with blued steel hands, serial #1880172, 106.4g TW
CONDITION: CASE: Back with shallow dents; Front with a few shallow dents; A few dings; Fine scratches on outer surface of case; Very fine scratches on cuvette; Fine scratches on inner surface of cuvette; Cuvette with shallow dent and impression from crown wheel screw; Front cover hinge sticky; Front cover with short gap at band when closed, at hinge; Acrylic crystal; Bow worn; Crown with minor wear; Precious metal content marked. DIAL: Faint hairlines, 11:30, 2:00. HANDS: Minor oxide; Soft solder repair to minute. MOVEMENT PLATES: Very fine scratches on plate; Fine scratches at bridge screws; Small spots of corrosion; Ratchet wheel with fine scratches; Winding wheels with very fine scratches; Two bridge screws replaced; Winding wheels and regulator assembly with a few specks of oxide; Case screw head broken. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks); Winding clutch slipping.
ESTIMATE: $800 - $1100
CIRCA: 1885

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Lot#: 560

DESCRIPTION: American Waltham Watch Co., Waltham, Mass., for Shreve, Crump & Low, Boston, a man's model 1888 pocket watch, 16 size, 17 jewels, stem wind and set, adjusted, damascened nickel plate movement with lever escapement, cut bimetallic balance with gold screws, gold jewel settings, and Church micrometric regulator, in a 14 karat, yellow gold, engine turned and engraved hunting case with engraved monogram on front cover, arabic numeral, outer red 5-minute markers, single sunk white enamel dial, and gilt Louis XIV hands, serial #7495140,103.2g TW
CONDITION: CASE: Very fine scratches on outer surface of case; Cuvette with shallow dent and fine scratches; Inside of back cover with minor abrasion and corresponding area on cuvette; Covers with gaps at band when closed; Hinges loose and with repairs; Covers extend beyond 90 degrees when opened, 100 deg; Bezel with bends at catch; Acrylic crystal; Crown shell worn through; Precious metal content marked. DIAL: Hairlines; Minor edge flakes and chips. HANDS: Minute short. MOVEMENT PLATES: Very fine scratches on plate; Localized pin pricks; Winding wheels, regulator and some screws with minor oxide; One bridge screw an incorrect replacement. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks).
ESTIMATE: $800 - $1100
CIRCA: 1900

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Lot#: 561

DESCRIPTION: Ball Watch Co., Cleveland, Ohio, a Hamilton 998 Elinvar "Official Standard", 16 size, 23 jewels, stem wind and lever set, adjusted to 5 positions and temperature, circular damascene nickel plate movement with lever escapement, monometallic balance with gold screws, gold jewel settings and whiplash micrometric regulator in a white gold filled, screw back and bezel, engraved, Ball Model open face case with stirrup bow, arabic numeral, single sunk white enamel dial with blued steel hands, serial #B649507
CONDITION: CASE: Numerous fine scratches on outer surface of case; Back with minor dings and marks; Fine scratches on inner surface of case; Band with minor brassing; Crystal with a few minor scratches; Crown shell worn through; Bow with minor wear and brassing. DIAL: Very good. HANDS: Replaced; Minute with minor oxide and loss to blue. MOVEMENT PLATES: Fine marks and scratches on plate, primarily on barrel bridge and balance cock; Crown wheel core with spot of oxide; Fine scratches at center of ratchet wheel; Click and regulator assembly with specks of oxide; Balance endstone setting with minor marring. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks).
ESTIMATE: $800 - $1200
CIRCA: 1940

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Lot#: 562

DESCRIPTION: E. Howard & Co., Boston, Mass., a series XI split plate pocket watch, L size, 17 jewels, stem wind and set, adjusted, damascened nickel plate movement with lever escapement, cut bimetallic balance with gold screws, gold jewel settings, and whiplash micrometric regulator in a 14 karat, yellow gold, reeded edge, engine turned hunting case with engraved cipher on front cover, and engraved dedication on gold cuvette, arabic numeral, outer red 5-minute markers, double sunk white enamel dial with blued steel umbrella hands, serial #601043, 103.9g TW
CONDITION: CASE: Shallow dent, back; Two dents, band; Localized pin pricks, band; Very fine scratches on outer surface of case; Very fine scratches on cuvette; Engine turning with minor wear; Front cover extends beyond 90 degrees when opened, 120 deg.; Acrylic crystal; Crown shell worn through; Precious metal content marked. DIAL: Hairlines. HANDS: Short, minute. MOVEMENT PLATES: Very fine scratches on plate; Balance guard lacking one screw; Specks of dirt. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks).
ESTIMATE: $800 - $1200
CIRCA: 1900

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Lot#: 563

DESCRIPTION: E. Howard Watch Co. (Keystone), Waltham, Mass., an early 20th century series 10 gold pocket watch, 21 jewels, 16 size, stem wind and set, adjusted to 5 positions, temperature and isochronism, damascened nickel bar movement with lever escapement, cut bimetallic balance with gold screws, gold endstone settings, and whiplash micrometric regulator in a 14 karat yellow gold, reeded edge, engine turned and engraved open face case with Jurgensen lips and maker's details engraved on gold cuvette, arabic numeral, double sunk white enamel dial with red outer 5-minute markers, the seconds bit also with red numerals, blued steel spade hands, serial #1239520, 95.9g TW
CONDITION: CASE: Very fine scratches on outer surface of case; Very fine scratches on cuvette; Fine case knife scratches on cuvette; Crown shell worn through; Precious metal content marked. DIAL: Small edge chips at 1:30, concealed by bezel; Short scratch at center of "Howard". HANDS: Hour with minor bends. MOVEMENT PLATES: Very fine scratches on plate; A few more significant scratches and marks on barrel bridge; Balance cock foot with pin pricks; Very fine scratches on winding wheels; A few faint oxide specks on regulator spring, ratchet wheel core and screw. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks).
ESTIMATE: $800 - $1200
CIRCA: 1915

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Lot#: 564

DESCRIPTION: Elgin National Watch Co., Elgin, Illinois, a "B.W. Raymond" pocket watch, 18 size, 15 jewels, key wind and set, adjusted gilt plate movement with lever escapement and cut bimetallic balance with gold screws in a 6 oz., coin silver, hinged back and bezel open face case, roman numeral, double sunk white enamel dial signed "Pennsylvania Railroad Co.", with blued steel, open morning glory hands, serial #125798
CONDITION: CASE: Dent, back; Dings; Covers with bow wear; Very fine scratches on outer surface of case; Very fine scratches on cuvette; Rear cover snap worn; Hinge loose; Bow replaced; Precious metal content marked. DIAL: Hairlines at edge of center; Hairline from seconds bit to dial center. HANDS: Minute with bends. MOVEMENT PLATES: Very fine scratches on plate; Scattered spotting; A few specks of corrosion; Small spots of oxide on regulator; Dirty. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks).
ESTIMATE: $800 - $1200
CIRCA: 1870

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Lot#: 565

DESCRIPTION: Elgin National Watch Co., Elgin, Illinois, an early 20th century gold pocket watch with fancy dial, 16 size, 17 jewels, stem wind and set, damascened, nickel plate movement with lever escapement, cut bimetallic balance, and Moseley micrometric regulator in a 14 karat, rose gold, engine turned and engraved hunting case, arabic numeral, single sunk O'Hara style multicolor enamel dial with gilt Louis XIV style hands, serial #14470179, 103.8g TW
CONDITION: CASE: Case has housed another movement; A few shallow dents; Very fine scratches on outer surface of case; Very fine scratches on cuvette; Front cover with gaps at band when closed; Pushing crown does not release front cover; Front cover extends beyond 90 degrees when opened, 95 deg.; Acrylic crystal; Bow with minor wear; Pendant with gold solder repair at joint with bow; Precious metal content marked. DIAL: A few flakes at edge below 6:00, otherwise very good. HANDS: Very good. MOVEMENT PLATES: Scattered very fine scratches on plate; Pin pricks; Very fine scratches on winding wheels; Regulator with tiny dents; Regulator assembly with oxide. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks); Low amplitude, needs service.
ESTIMATE: $800 - $1000
CIRCA: 1910

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Lot#: 566

DESCRIPTION: Hamilton Watch Co., Lancaster, Penn., a gold grade "950" pocket watch, 16 size, 23 jewels, stem wind and set, adjusted to 5 positions, temperature and isochronism, damascened nickel plate movement with lever escapement, cut bimetallic balance with gold screws, gold jewel settings, gold wheel train and whiplash micrometric regulator in a 14 karat, yellow gold, plain polished open face case with engraved monogram on back cover and engraved presentation on gold cuvette, arabic numeral, outer red 5-minute markers, double sunk white enamel dial with plum colored steel whip and spade hands, serial #1154926, 99.4g TW
CONDITION: CASE: Very fine scratches on outer surface of case; A few case knife scratches on bezel; A few scratches on inside of case back; Crown with wear; Precious metal content marked. DIAL: Faint hairlines, 6:30. HANDS: Minor oxide, minute. MOVEMENT PLATES: Fine marks and scratches on plate; Short gouge on barrel bridge; A few small spots on center bridge and fourth wheel cock; Patch of oxide on regulator spring. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks).
ESTIMATE: $800 - $1100
CIRCA: 1920

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Lot#: 567

DESCRIPTION: Illinois Watch Co., Springfield, Illinois, a model 9 "Sangamo Special", 23 jewels, 16 size, stem wind and lever set, adjusted to 6 positions, temperature and isochronism, damascened nickel plate movement with lever escapement, cut bimetallic balance with gold screws, gold jewel settings, gold wheel train, and whiplash micrometric regulator, in a white gold filled screw back and bezel Nawco "King" open face case, Montgomery gothic arabic numeral double sunk white enamel dial, and plum colored steel spade and poker hands, serial #2970022
CONDITION: CASE: Band with localized dings; Pendant with minor marks and dings; Very fine scratches and scuffs on outer surface of case; Crystal with very fine scratches. DIAL: Minor loss to edge of sink below seconds bit. HANDS: Minute with minor oxide, bends and loss to color. MOVEMENT PLATES: Very fine scratches on plate; Small spot of corrosion on false bridge; Ratchet wheel with minor spotting and specks of oxide; Crown wheel screw head with minor marring; Regulator assembly with specks of oxide; Some screw slots with minor marring. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks).
ESTIMATE: $800 - $1200
CIRCA: 1915

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Lot#: 568

DESCRIPTION: Rockford Watch Co., Rockford, Illinois, a grade 655 "Rockford Indicator" pocket watch, 16 size, 21 jewels, stem wind and lever set, adjusted to 5 positions, temperature and isochronism, damascened nickel plate movement with lever escapement, cut bimetallic balance with gold screws, gold jewel settings, and whiplash micrometric regulator in a 14 karat, yellow gold, hinged back and bezel open face case with monogram on rear cover and engraved dedication on gold cuvette, Montgomery arabic numeral, double sunk white enamel dial with wind indicator at 12:00, blued steel spade hands, serial #861993, 90.4g TW
CONDITION: CASE: Shallow dents; Dings; Fine scratches on outer surface of case; Bezel with two scratches at 1:30; Very fine scratches on cuvette; Bow loose; Crown shell worn through; Precious metal content marked. DIAL: Faint hairlines, a few surface flaws, and loss at setting lever. HANDS: Good. MOVEMENT PLATES: Very fine scratches on plate; Pallet endstone setting with scratches; Winding wheels with very fine scratches; Regulator assembly with a few specks of oxide; One case screw with minor oxide; Some screw heads with minor marring. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks); Wind indicator functional.
ESTIMATE: $800 - $1200
CIRCA: 1910

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Lot#: 569

DESCRIPTION: Hamilton Watch Co., Lancaster, Penn., an early 20th century grade "961" pocket watch, 16 size, 21 jewels, stem wind and set, adjusted to 5 positions, temperature and isochronism, damascened nickel plate movement with lever escapement, cut bimetallic balance with gold screws, gold jewel settings, gold wheel train and whiplash micrometric regulator in an 18 karat, yellow gold, engraved hunting case, arabic numeral, outer red 5-minute markers, double sunk white enamel dial, blued steel Breguet style hands, serial #81674, 101.6g TW
CONDITION: CASE: Case has housed another movement; Dents; Fine scratches on outer surface of case; Cuvette with minor dents and fine scratches; Rear cover will not close, hinge tube split; Crown with wear; Precious metal content marked. DIAL: Dirty, otherwise very good. HANDS: Minor bends and losses to color, minute. MOVEMENT PLATES: Fine marks and scratches on plate; Spot of corrosion on center bridge; Escape and balance jewel settings with minor marring; Dirty. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks).
ESTIMATE: $750 - $1000
CIRCA: 1905

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Lot#: 570

DESCRIPTION: American Waltham Watch Co., Waltham, Mass., a model 1865 "P.S. Bartlett" pocket watch, 10 size, 13 jewels, key wind and set, gilt plate movement with lever escapement and gold balance in an 18 karat, yellow gold, engine turned and engraved hunting case, roman numeral, single sunk white enamel dial with blued steel spade hands, serial #328012, 72.3g TW
CONDITION: CASE: A few small dents; Very fine scratches on outer surface of case; Significant scratch on edge of rear cover at hinge; Fine scratches and pin pricks on interior of case back and on cuvette; Front cover with minor gap at band when closed; Engine turning and engraving with minor wear; Bow and pusher with minor wear; Precious metal content marked. DIAL: Hairlines; Flakes at center of seconds bit. HANDS: Minute and seconds replaced. MOVEMENT PLATES: Very fine scratches on plate; Minor spotting; Depression at center of plate; Center arbor washer with cracks; Third wheel upper jewel and setting an incorrect replacement; Key guard with minor oxide. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks).
ESTIMATE: $700 - $1000
CIRCA: 1870

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Lot#: 571

DESCRIPTION: American Waltham Watch Co., Waltham, Mass., a model 1888 "Riverside Maximus" pocket watch, 16 size, 21 jewels, stem wind and set, adjusted, damascened nickel plate movement with lever escapement, cut bimetallic balance with gold screws, diamond endstones, gold jewel settings, and Church micrometric regulator in a 14 karat, yellow gold, hinged back and bezel, engine turned and engraved open face case, roman numeral, outer red 5-minute markers, double sunk white enamel dial with blued steel spade and whip hands, serial #6506768, 94.3g TW
CONDITION: CASE: Small, shallow dents; Band with flat spots; Cuvette with small, shallow dents; Very fine scratches on outer surface of case; Fine scratches on outer surface of case; Very fine scratches on cuvette; A few fine case knife scratches on cuvette; Engine turning worn smooth; Lacking two hinge plugs; Acrylic crystal; Bow loose; Crown worn; Precious metal content marked. DIAL: Very fine scratches; Fine scratch near center. HANDS: Very good. MOVEMENT PLATES: Numerous fine scratches on plate; Pin pricks; Gouging and marring at set lever screw; Some steel components with significant pitting. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks).
ESTIMATE: $700 - $900
CIRCA: 1900

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Lot#: 572

DESCRIPTION: American Waltham Watch Co., Waltham, Mass., a model 1908 "Vanguard" pocket watch, 23 jewel, stem wind and set, adjusted, damascened nickel plate movement with lever escapement, cut bimetallic balance with gold screws, diamond endstone, gold jewel settings, and Ohlson micrometric regulator in a 14 karat, yellow gold, engraved, scalloped band hunting case with applied four color gold ornament, the back with central diamond, and with engraved presentation on gold cuvette, arabic numeral single sunk O'Hara style multicolor enamel dial with gilt Louis XIV hands, serial #19086444, 100.1g TW, with associated box.
CONDITION: CASE: Tiny dents; Cuvette with dent at center from diamond; Very fine scratches on outer surface of case; Fine scratches on inner surface of case; Very fine scratches on cuvette; Front cover with very minor gap at band when closed; Acrylic crystal; Bow with a few dings, one significant; Crown worn and lacking shell; Precious metal content marked; Diamond tested. DIAL: Cracks and losses. HANDS: Minute with tarnish. MOVEMENT PLATES: Very fine scratches and tiny dings on plate; Very fine scratches on winding wheels; Regulator with specks of oxide. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks). Box good.
ESTIMATE: $700 - $1000
CIRCA: 1915

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Lot#: 573

DESCRIPTION: American Waltham Watch Co., Waltham, Mass., an early 20th century model 1894 pocket watch with gold hunting case, 12 size, 17 jewel, stem wind and set, damascened nickel plate movement with lever escapement, cut bimetallic balance, and Church micrometric regulator in a 14 karat, yellow gold, engraved, faux box hinge hunting case with applied, four color gold ornament, the front with shield, foliage and flowers, the back with foliage and flowers below a pair of rose gold birds, very attractive roman numeral, single sunk O'Hara style multicolor enamel dial, signed "Anna L. Silveira Rua. Jackson No. 76 San Francisco", gilt Louis XIV hands, serial #15896278, 72.6g TW, with silk and velvet lined mahogany box
CONDITION: CASE: Shows extra case screw marks; Very fine scratches on outer surface of case; Very fine scratches on inner surface of case; Front cover with minor gap at band when closed; Front cover hinge tube split at joint with cover; Precious metal content marked. DIAL: A few tiny edge flakes, otherwise very good. HANDS: Tarnish; Hour hand loose. MOVEMENT PLATES: Very fine and fine scratches on plate; Balance cock with dings; Ratchet wheel with fine scratches and specks of oxide; Click and some screws with specks of oxide; Regulator broken and with specks of oxide. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Not running, out of action, good staff; Setting functional. Box with dings and scratches, top with warp, interior with wear and losses.
ESTIMATE: $700 - $1000
CIRCA: 1905

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Lot#: 574

DESCRIPTION: Ball Watch Co., Cleveland, Ohio, a Hamilton 999A "Brotherhood of Railroad Trainmen" pocket watch, 18 size, 21 jewels, stem wind and lever set, adjusted to 5 positions and temperature, sunburst damascened nickel plate movement with lever escapement, cut bimetallic balance with gold screws, gold jewel settings, and micrometric regulator in a gold filled, screw back and bezel open face case with engraved B of RT cipher on back, arabic numeral, single sunk white enamel dial with plum colored steel spade hands, serial #118688
CONDITION: CASE: Band with pockmarked flat spot; Dings; Very fine scratches on outer surface of case; Bezel with minor brassing; Crown with wear. DIAL: Fine scratches; Small chip and hairline at setting lever. HANDS: Minor losses to color; Seconds with minor oxide. MOVEMENT PLATES: Scratches on plate; Significant scratches and dings on balance cock; Regulator assembly with specks of oxide; One barrel bridge screw replaced. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks).
ESTIMATE: $700 - $1000
CIRCA: 1900

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Lot#: 575

DESCRIPTION: Columbus Watch Co., Columbus, Ohio, a late 19th century "Time King" pocket watch, 18 size, 21 jewels, stem wind and lever set, adjusted, two tone damascened nickel plate movement with lever escapement, cut bimetallic balance with gold screws, gold jewel settings and micrometric regulator in an 8 karat yellow gold, reeded edge, engine turned and engraved, box hinge hunting case, roman numeral, outer red five minute markers, double sunk white enamel dial with blued steel, open morning glory hands, serial #501669, 113.3g TW
CONDITION: CASE: Case has housed another movement; Dings; Punch dents on interior of front cover near hinge; Very fine scratches on outer surface of case; Fine scratches on cuvette; Case knife scratches on cuvette; Engine turning and engraving with minor wear; Crown with significant wear; Precious metal content marked. DIAL: Faint hairline, 7:30; Fine scratches and edge chips; Small chips at center arbor and center of seconds bit. HANDS: Minor oxide and marring. MOVEMENT PLATES: Very fine scratches on plate; More significant scratches on barrel bridge; Minor gouging at edge of top plate near case screw; Regulator with a few specks of oxide; Minor losses to blacking in engraving. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks); Low amplitude, needs service.
ESTIMATE: $700 - $900
CIRCA: 1895

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Lot#: 576

DESCRIPTION: Elgin National Watch Co., Elgin, Illinois, an early 20th century "No. 348" pocket watch, 18 size, 21 jewels, stem wind and lever set, adjusted to 5 positions, temperature and isochronism damascened nickel plate movement with lever escapement, cut bimetallic balance with gold screws, gold jewel settings and Moseley micrometric regulator in an 8 and 14 karat gold, engraved hunting case with monogram on front cover, roman numeral O'Hara style multicolor enamel dial with gilt Louis XIV style hands, serial #11612404, 114.6g TW
CONDITION: CASE: Case has housed another movement; A few small dents; Dent on cuvette made during engraving; Very fine scratches on outer surface of case; Fine scratches and pin pricks on cuvette; Engine turning and engraving with moderate wear; Front cover lift spring weak; Acrylic crystal; Bow with minor wear; Crown shell worn through; Precious metal content marked. DIAL: Hairlines, 5:00; Edge flakes; Partially filled losses at 5 and 9:00. HANDS: Minute replaced. MOVEMENT PLATES: Fine scratches and pin pricks on plate; A few more significant short scratches; Regulator assembly and some screws with specks of oxide; Escape endstone setting with marring. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks).
ESTIMATE: $700 - $900
CIRCA: 1905

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Lot#: 577

DESCRIPTION: Elgin National Watch Co., Elgin, Illinois, an early 20th century gold pocket watch, 16 size, 21 jewels, stem wind and lever set, adjusted to 5 positions, temperature and isochronism, damascened nickel plate movement with lever escapement, cut bimetallic balance with gold screws, gold jewel settings, gold wheel train, and Moseley micrometric regulator in a 14 karat, yellow gold, hinged back and bezel, engraved open face case with engraved presentation on gold cuvette, Montgomery arabic numeral, single sunk white enamel dial with Santa Fe logo and blued steel hands, serial #11635331, 89.9g TW
CONDITION: CASE: Case has housed another movement; Minor dents; Fine scratches on outer surface of case; Very fine scratches on cuvette; Minor case knife marks on cuvette; Engine turning and engraving with moderate wear; Bow replaced; Precious metal content marked. DIAL: Faint hairlines; Filled loss at edge, 7:00. HANDS: Oxide and loss to blue. MOVEMENT PLATES: Very fine scratches on plate; Ratchet wheel and click screw each with patch of oxide; Regulator assembly with specks of oxide; Dirty, oily. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks).
ESTIMATE: $700 - $900
CIRCA: 1905

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Lot#: 578

DESCRIPTION: Illinois Watch Co., Springfield, Illinois, a "Bunn Special" 163 type I, 16 size, 23 jewels, stem wind and lever set, adjusted to 6 positions, temperature and isochronism, damascened nickel plate movement with lever escapement, cut bimetallic balance with gold screws, gold jewel settings and whiplash micrometric regulator in a white gold filled, engine turned and engraved, screw back and bezel open face Bunn Special model 173 case, the back with initials "TS", the inside of the back with engraved initials and date, arabic numeral, double sunk white enamel dial with blued steel spade and poker hands, serial #5421217
CONDITION: CASE: Very fine scratches on outer surface of case; A few tiny dings; Crown with minor wear. DIAL: Faint hairlines at 12 and 3:00; Very small loss at 3:00; Glued chips at center arbor. HANDS: Good. MOVEMENT PLATES: Scattered very fine scratches on plate; Fine scratches on pallet bridge; Very fine scratches on winding wheels; Center of ratchet wheel with fine marks and scratches; A few screw heads with minor marring. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks).
ESTIMATE: $700 - $1000
CIRCA: 1930

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Lot#: 579

DESCRIPTION: Illinois Watch Co., Springfield, Illinois, an early 20th century 60 hour "Sangamo Special" pocket watch, 17 size, 23 jewels, stem wind and lever set, adjusted to 6 positions, temperature and isochronism, damascened nickel plate movement with lever escapement, cut bimetallic balance with gold screws, gold jewel settings, gold wheel train, and whiplash micrometric regulator in a hinged back and bezel open face Sangamo Special case, Canadian 24 hour arabic numeral, double sunk white enamel dial with marginal minutes, and blued steel Sangamo hands, serial #4626983
CONDITION: CASE: Dings and small dents; Hinge with flat and lacking one plug; Fine scratches on outer surface of case; Case knife scratches on cuvette; Circular gouge on interior of cuvette from barrel jewel screws; Crown with excessive lateral movement; Acrylic crystal. DIAL: A few faint hairlines. HANDS: Minor oxide and loss to blue. MOVEMENT PLATES: Fine scratches and pin pricks on plate; Ratchet wheel with scratches; Regulator assembly with a few specks of oxide; One case screw replaced. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks).
ESTIMATE: $700 - $900
CIRCA: 1925

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Lot#: 580

DESCRIPTION: American Waltham Watch Co., Waltham, Mass., a model 1892 "Special" grade pocket watch for the Denver and Rio Grande railroad, 21 jewels, stem wind and lever set, adjusted, damascened nickel plate movement with lever escapement, cut bimetallic balance with gold screws, gold jewel settings and Church micrometric regulator, the top plate marked "D. & R.G. Special" in a nickel, screw back and bezel open face case, the back with later Denver and Rio Grande RR applique, and arabic numeral, outer red 5-minute markers, double sunk white enamel dial marked "D. & R.G. Special", with blued steel spade hands, serial #7902796, together with a late 20th century enamel Rio Grande fob and oak storage box
CONDITION: CASE: Case has housed another movement; Fine scratches on outer surface of case; Pendant with a few marks and scratches; Crystal with tiny edge flake; Text added to case back is removable. DIAL: Hairline at 1:00 and fine scratch over 11, otherwise very good. HANDS: Minor oxide, tip of minute. MOVEMENT PLATES: Very fine scratches on plate; Tiny pin pricks; Cluster of fine scratches at case screw near balance; Fine scratches on balance cock foot; Winding wheels with a few specks of oxide; A few specks of oxide on regulator. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks); Low amplitude, needs service. Box and fob good.
ESTIMATE: $600 - $800
CIRCA: 1895

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Lot#: 581

DESCRIPTION: Ball Watch Co., Cleveland, Ohio, a Ball Waltham model 1899 "Brotherhood of Railroad Trainmen", 16 size, 19 jewels, stem wind and lever set, adjusted, circular damascened nickel plate movement with lever escapement, cut bimetallic balance with gold screws, gold jewel settings, and whiplash micrometric regulator in a white gold filled, engraved, Ball Model screw back and bezel open face case with stirrup bow, arabic numeral, single sunk white enamel dial with polychrome BRT insignia, blued steel spade hands, serial #B212239, with red silk and velvet lined Ball Watch Co. box.
CONDITION: CASE: Case has housed another movement; Back with two shallow dents; Very fine scratches on outer surface of case; Interior of back with case screw gouge; Band and edge of back with significant brassing at 5 - 9:00; Bow with minor wear; Crown with wear from contact with pendant. DIAL: A bit dirty, otherwise very good. HANDS: Minute and seconds replaced. MOVEMENT PLATES: Very fine scratches on plate; Short scratch and marring at edge above crown wheel; Balance cock with very fine scratches and a more significant short scratch; Regulator spring with specks of oxide; Very dirty. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks). Box good, with minor wear.
ESTIMATE: $600 - $800
CIRCA: 1905

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Lot#: 582

DESCRIPTION: E. Howard Watch Co. (Keystone), Waltham, Mass., a series 0 pocket watch with four color gold case, 16 size, 23 jewel, stem wind and lever set, adjusted to 5 positions and temperature, damascened nickel bar movement with lever escapement, cut bimetallic balance, and whiplash micrometric regulator in a 14 karat, yellow gold, engraved, faux box hinge hunting case with three color gold floral and foliate ornament, the covers also with rose gold shield and standing buck, fancy arabic numeral, outer blue 5-minute markers, double sunk white enamel dial, blued steel spade and whip hands, serial #1143080, 87g TW, with associated box and license.
CONDITION: CASE: Minor dents, band and back cover; Very fine scratches on outer surface of case; Very fine scratches on inner surface of case; Scratch and tiny dent on inner surface of cuvette: Engraving with moderate wear; Bezel replaced; Cover extends beyond 90 degrees when opened, 110 deg.; Acrylic crystal cracked and with glue residue; Crown shell worn through; Bow not centered; Precious metal content marked. DIAL: Faint, circular hairlines, seconds bit; Crystal glue residue. HANDS: Oxide, tip of minute. MOVEMENT PLATES: Fine scratches on plate; Pin pricks; Center bridge with circular, deep scratches and gouging around center wheel upper hole jewel; Center wheel upper hole jewel replaced and now with brass setting; A few fine scratches on winding wheels; Scratches on crown wheel washer; Dirty. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks); Low amplitude, needs service. Box minor dents, wear, and surface flaws; Lining replaced.
ESTIMATE: $600 - $750
CIRCA: 1910

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Lot#: 583

DESCRIPTION: Elgin National Watch Co., Elgin, Illinois, a late 19th century grade 84 pocket watch with sweep seconds, 16 size, 16 jewels, stem wind and lever set damascened nickel plate movement with lever escapement and cut bimetallic balance in a 10 karat, rose gold, engraved, box hinge hunting case, roman numeral, outer black 5-minute markers and 1/5 second divisions, white enamel dial with blued steel hands, serial #926373, 117.5g TW
CONDITION: CASE: Case has housed another movement; Dents, front, below pendant; Fine scratches on outer surface of case; Very fine scratches on cuvette; Engraving with moderate wear; Front cover hinge pin replaced; Front cover hinge loose; Bow replaced; Crown replaced and with wear; Precious metal content tested. DIAL: Very good. HANDS: Seconds an incorrect replacement. MOVEMENT PLATES: Very fine scratches on plate; balance cock with scratches and evidence of corrosion; Sweep cock with gouging around screw; Sweep seconds drive wheel with discoloration; Specks of dirt. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks).
ESTIMATE: $600 - $800
CIRCA: 1880

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Lot#: 584

DESCRIPTION: Hamilton Watch Co., Lancaster, Penn., an early 20th century gold "922" pocket watch with original box, 12 size, 23 jewel, stem wind and set, adjusted to 5 positions, temperature and isochronism, damascened nickel bar movement with lever escapement, cut bimetallic balance with gold screws, gold jewel settings, gold wheel train, and whiplash micrometric regulator in a 14 karat, white gold, hinged back and snap bezel open face case with engraved dedication and maker's details on gold cuvette, and engraved monogram on back cover, arabic numeral silver dial with silhouette of a tall ship at the center and blued steel hands, serial #3055826, 59.3g TW, with original silk and velvet lined celluloid box.
CONDITION: CASE: Very fine scratches on outer surface of case; Very fine scratches on cuvette; Bow and pendant with tiny dings; Pendant with vertical gouge at left, immediately adjacent to bow; Precious metal content marked. DIAL: Very fine scratches on raised elements, otherwise very good. HANDS: Minute replaced. MOVEMENT PLATES: Numerous fine scratches and pin pricks on plate; Ratchet wheel with scratches at jewel setting; Regulator assembly with specks of oxide; Screw heads with minor marring. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks). Box very good.
ESTIMATE: $600 - $800
CIRCA: 1925

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Lot#: 585

DESCRIPTION: Hamilton Watch Co., Lancaster, Penn., an early 20th century grade "992 Special" pocket watch, 16 size, 21 jewels, stem wind and lever set, adjusted to 5 positions, temperature and isochronism, two tone damascened nickel plate movement with lever escapement, cut bimetallic balance with gold screws, gold jewel settings, and whiplash micrometric regulator in a nickel, snap back and bezel, Hamilton display case, Ferguson arabic numeral, double sunk white enamel dial with blued steel hands, serial #703695
CONDITION: CASE: Dings and pin pricks; Fine scratches on outer surface of case; Localized case knife marring; Front bezel does not snap tight to case; Front bezel crystal loose; Band with spot of corrosion; One crystal with small edge chip. DIAL: Minor dirt, otherwise very good. HANDS: Minute an incorrect replacement. MOVEMENT PLATES: A few very fine scratches on plate; Scratches on balance cock under regulator; Winding wheels with a few spots of oxide; Regulator assembly with specks of oxide; One case screw head polished. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks).
ESTIMATE: $600 - $900
CIRCA: 1910

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Lot#: 586

DESCRIPTION: Rockford Watch Co., Rockford, Illinois, an early 20th century Plymouth Watch Co. "Prince of Wales" pocket watch, 16 size, 21 jewels, stem wind and set, adjusted, damascened nickel plate movement with lever escapement, cut bimetallic balance, and whiplash micrometric regulator in a 14 karat, yellow gold, hinged back and bezel, plain polished open face case, arabic numeral, single sunk O'Hara style multicolor enamel dial with gilt Louis XIV style hands, serial #663042, 93.1g TW
CONDITION: CASE: A few dents, band; Fine scratches on outer surface of case; Rear cover lacking lip; Hinge pins replaced, lacking plugs; Very fine scratches on cuvette; Bow with wear at joint; Crown replaced. DIAL: A few faint hairlines. HANDS: Minor bends, minute. MOVEMENT PLATES: Fine scratches on plate; Ratchet wheel with fine scratches; Crown wheel with broken tooth; Winding wheels with oxide; Regulator assembly with oxide. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks).
ESTIMATE: $600 - $800
CIRCA: 1905

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Lot#: 587

DESCRIPTION: South Bend Watch Co., South Bend, Indiana, an early 20th century grade 295 pocket watch, 16 size, 21 jewels, stem wind and lever set, adjusted to 5 positions, temperature and isochronism, damascened nickel plate movement with lever escapement, cut bimetallic balance with gold screws, gold jewel settings, gold wheel train, and micrometric regulator in a 14 karat, yellow gold, plain polished open face case with makers details on gold cuvette, Montgomery arabic numeral, double sunk white enamel dial with blued steel spade and poker hands, serial #470258, 88.2g TW
CONDITION: CASE: Dents; Dings; Fine scratches on outer surface of case; Fine scratches on inner surface of case; Case knife scratches on cuvette; Bow with minor wear; Stem bent; Crown shell worn through; Precious metal content marked. DIAL: Very good. HANDS: Very good. MOVEMENT PLATES: Very fine scratches on plate; More significant scratches and marks on balance cock, at bridge screws and near center arbor; Ratchet wheel with very fine scratches; Click with patch of oxide; Regulator assembly with specks of oxide. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks); Low amplitude, needs service.
ESTIMATE: $550 - $750
CIRCA: 1905

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Lot#: 588

DESCRIPTION: American Waltham Watch Co., Waltham, Mass., a model 1873 "Royal" pocket watch with gold case, 8 size, 13 jewel, stem wind and lever set, sunburst damascened nickel plate movement with lever escapement and cut bimetallic balance in a 14 karat, yellow gold, engraved hunting case with presentation on gold cuvette, roman numeral, single sunk white enamel dial with blued steel spade hands, serial #1600496, 69.8g TW, with jewelers box
CONDITION: CASE: Small dent, back; Very fine scratches on outer surface of case; Very fine scratches on cuvette; Engraving with minor wear; Front cover with gap at band when closed; Acrylic crystal; Bow with minor wear; Precious metal content marked. DIAL: Faint hairlines. HANDS: Minor oxide; Minute short. MOVEMENT PLATES: Very fine scratches on plate; Spots of corrosion; Balance cock with very fine scratches and marks; Regulator with spots of oxide. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks); Balance needs truing. Box with wear and losses.
ESTIMATE: $500 - $700
CIRCA: 1880

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Lot#: 589

DESCRIPTION: American Waltham Watch Co., Waltham, Mass., a model 1908 "Vanguard" pocket watch with wind indicator, 23 jewels, stem wind and lever set, adjusted to 6 positions and temperature, damascened nickel plate movement with lever escapement, cut bimetallic balance with gold screws, gold jewel settings, and Ohlson micrometric regulator in a gold filled, screw back and bezel, engraved open face case, arabic numeral, triple sunk white enamel dial with blued steel spade and poker hands, serial #26965041
CONDITION: CASE: A few dings; Very fine scratches on outer surface of case; Fine scratch on inner surface of case; Acrylic crystal; Bow with minor brassing. DIAL: Dirty, otherwise very good. HANDS: Very good. MOVEMENT PLATES: Very fine scratches on plate; A few fine scratches on plate; Ratchet wheel with fine scratches; Regulator with specks of oxide; Specks of dirt. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks); Wind indicator functional.
ESTIMATE: $500 - $700
CIRCA: 1930

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Lot#: 590

DESCRIPTION: American Waltham Watch Co., Waltham, Mass., an early 20th century model 1892 "Crescent St." pocket watch, 18 size, 21 jewel, stem wind and lever set, adjusted, damascened nickel plate movement with lever escapement, cut bimetallic balance with gold screws, gold jewel settings, and Church micrometric regulator in a gold filled, screw back and bezel, engraved open face case, the back with gold buck and multicolor foliage, arabic numeral, double sunk, Fitch patent staggered marginal minute white enamel dial with blued steel spade and poker hands, serial #11001765
CONDITION: CASE: Case has housed another movement; Shallow dents; Rear cover with two holes at edge; ornament at case bottom worn through; Dings and fine scratches; Engraving with significant wear; Gold filled with significant brassing; Back and bezel threads worn; Crystal with minor flakes and glue residue; Crown shell worn through. DIAL: A few faint hairlines, otherwise very good. HANDS: Hour with minor loss to blue. MOVEMENT PLATES: Fine scratches on plate; Balance cock with scratches; Winding wheels with minor oxide; Regulator with specks of oxide; Some screw heads with minor marring and specks of oxide; Some jewel settings with marring. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks).
ESTIMATE: $500 - $700
CIRCA: 1901

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Lot#: 591

DESCRIPTION: Elgin National Watch Co., Elgin, Illinois, a "B.W Raymond" grade 390 pocket watch with wind indicator, 21 jewels, stem wind and lever set, adjusted to 5 positions, temperature and isochronism, damascened nickel plate movement with lever escapement, cut bimetallic balance with gold screws and diamond endstone, gold jewel settings, and micrometric regulator in a nickel, screw back and bezel open face case with gold buck on back, arabic numeral, double sunk white enamel dial with blued steel spade and poker hands, serial #15644585
CONDITION: CASE: Shows two extra case screw marks adjacent to case screws; Numerous small dents, dings and pin pricks; Fine scratches on outer surface of case; Interior of case back with black staining, scratches, and punch marks from dent removal; Bow loose; Crown worn and with split shell. DIAL: Wind indicator with faint hairline and small chip. HANDS: Specks of oxide. MOVEMENT PLATES: Very fine scratches on plate; Scattered fine scratches on plate; Crown wheel and core with spot of oxide; Barrel bushing with speck of oxide; Regulator with spot of oxide; One case screw head with abrasion. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks); Wind indicator functional.
ESTIMATE: $500 - $700
CIRCA: 1910

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Lot#: 592

DESCRIPTION: Elgin National Watch Co., Elgin, Illinois, a "B.W Raymond" grade 390 pocket watch with wind indicator, 21 jewels, stem wind and lever set, adjusted to 5 positions, temperature and isochronism, damascened nickel plate movement with lever escapement, cut bimetallic balance with gold screws and diamond endstone, gold jewel settings, and micrometric regulator in a nickel, swingout open face case with gold locomotive on back, Montgomery arabic numeral, double sunk white enamel dial with blued steel hands, serial #15900037
CONDITION: CASE: Numerous dings and pin pricks; Very fine scratches on outer surface of case; Evidence of localized corrosion; Very fine scratches and dings on inner surface of case; Bezel with gap at dial; Locomotive with minor losses; Bow replaced; Crown with minor wear. DIAL: Hairlines; Cracks and filled losses on wind indicator; Small filled chip at edge. HANDS: Good. MOVEMENT PLATES: Very fine scratches and pin pricks on plate; More significant scratches and minor gouging at case screws; Regulator assembly and some screws with specks of oxide; Specks of dirt. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks); Wind indicator functional.
ESTIMATE: $500 - $700
CIRCA: 1910

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Lot#: 593

DESCRIPTION: Elgin National Watch Co., Elgin, Illinois, a grade 65 pocket watch, 8 size, 13 jewels, stem wind and lever set gilt plate movement with lever escapement and cut bimetallic balance in a 14 karat, four color gold, box hinge hunting case, the covers with basket weave pattern and diagonal banner, the front with rose gold shield and engraved cipher, and engraved presentation on gold cuvette, roman numeral single sunk white enamel dial with blued steel spade hands, serial #1685423, 79.8g TW
CONDITION: CASE: Minor dent, back; Very fine scratches on outer surface of case; Front cover lower ornament with small, filed flat; Front cover hinge sticky; Sliver of banner on case front missing; Front cover with gap at band when closed, crystal too high; Crown with wear and dents; Precious metal content marked. DIAL: Faint hairlines, 11:00; Small chips in enamel concealed by bezel, 3:00. HANDS: Minute replaced. MOVEMENT PLATES: Very fine scratches on plate; Minor spotting; Haze; Regulator with specks of oxide. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks).
ESTIMATE: $500 - $700
CIRCA: 1885

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Lot#: 594

DESCRIPTION: Hamilton Watch Co., Lancaster, Penn., an early 20th century grade "993" pocket watch, 16 size, 21 jewels, stem wind and lever set, adjusted to 5 positions, temperature and isochronism, damascened nickel plate movement with lever escapement, cut bimetallic balance with gold screws, gold jewel settings, and whiplash micrometric regulator in a 14 karat, yellow gold, engraved hunting case with engraved presentation on gold cuvette, Montgomery arabic numeral, double sunk white enamel dial with blued steel spade hands, serial #1017201, 94.7g TW
CONDITION: Case has housed another movement; Very fine scratches on outer surface of case; Very fine scratches on inner surface of case; Front cover opens slowly; Bow and crown with minor wear; Precious metal content marked. DIAL: Faint hairline, 11:00; Crystal cement residue at edge of dial. HANDS: Minor oxide. MOVEMENT PLATES: Very fine scratches on plate; A few more significant scratches at crown wheel; Winding wheels with a few fine scratches; Winding wheels with a few specks of oxide; Scattered pin pricks; Regulator assembly with minor oxide. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks).
ESTIMATE: $500 - $750
CIRCA: 1915

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Lot#: 595

DESCRIPTION: South Bend Watch Co., South Bend, Indiana, an early 20th century grade 223 "The Studebaker" pocket watch, 16 size, 17 jewels, stem wind and lever set, adjusted to 5 positions, temperature and isochronism, damascened nickel plate movement with lever escapement, cut bimetallic balance with gold screws, gold jewel settings, gold wheel train, and whiplash micrometric regulator in a 14 karat, yellow gold, hinged back and bezel, plain polished open face case, arabic numeral, single sunk white enamel dial with blued steel spade and poker hands, serial #749164,87.6g TW
CONDITION: CASE: Faint, extra case screw mark at train bridge; Fine scratches on outer surface of case; Cuvette with shallow dents; Fine scratches on cuvette; Buffing wheel marks on cuvette; Crown with wear; Bow and hinges tight; Precious metal content marked. DIAL: Filled edge chip, 4:00. HANDS: Specks of oxide. MOVEMENT PLATES: Fine scratches on plate; Gouging at bridge and balance cock screws; Winding wheels with fine scratches and specks of oxide; Regulator assembly with specks of oxide; Some screw heads with oxide; Lacking one case screw. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks).
ESTIMATE: $500 - $700
CIRCA: 1910

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Lot#: 596

DESCRIPTION: American Waltham Watch Co., Waltham, Mass., a late 19th century model 1874 "P.S. Bartlett" pocket watch, 10 size, 15 jewel, key wind and set, damascened nickel plate movement with lever escapement and cut bimetallic balance with gold screws in a 10 karat, yellow gold, engine turned and engraved hunting case, roman numeral single sunk white enamel dial with blued steel fleur de lis hands, serial #943809, 64.2g TW, together with an associated jeweler's box
CONDITION: CASE: Dent, band; Fine scratches on outer surface of case; Back with minor marring to engine turning near center; Interior of case back with spurious 14K mark; Fine scratches on cuvette; Cuvette with marring from engraving removal; One hinge plug absent; Precious metal content marked. DIAL: Faint hairlines. HANDS: Good. MOVEMENT PLATES: Fine scratches on plate; Balance cock foot with numerous marks and scratches; Small spots of corrosion; Minor gouging and scratches at bridge screws; Regulator with spot of oxide; Very dirty. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks). Box dirty and with wear, tears and staining to lining.
ESTIMATE: $450 - $650
CIRCA: 1880

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Lot#: 597

DESCRIPTION: American Waltham Watch Co., Waltham, Mass., a late 19th century model 1883 "Crescent St." pocket watch, 18 size, 15 jewels, stem wind and lever set, adjusted, damascened nickel plate movement with lever escapement, cut bimetallic balance with gold screws, and Church micrometric regulator in an 8 karat, yellow gold, engine turned and engraved hunting case, arabic numeral, single sunk O'Hara style multicolor enamel dial with gilt Louis XIV style hands, serial #5507448, 109.7g TW
CONDITION: CASE: Shows one extra case screw mark; A few small dents, band and front cover; Back with a slightly larger dent; Very fine scratches on outer surface of case; Small dent and very fine scratches on cuvette; Rear cover with gap at band when closed; Crown lacking shell; Precious metal content marked. DIAL: Two hairlines and fracture at center, now partially obscured by gold paint; Chip at edge concealed by bezel, 10:00. HANDS: Minute replaced, short. MOVEMENT PLATES: Fine scratches on plate; Regulator assembly with specks of oxide; Balance cock screw with minor oxide and marring to head. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks).
ESTIMATE: $450 - $650
CIRCA: 1890

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Lot#: 598

DESCRIPTION: Elgin National Watch Co., Elgin, Illinois, an early 20th century "G.M. Wheeler" pocket watch, 12 size, 17 jewels, stem wind and set, adjusted, damascened nickel plate movement with lever escapement, cut bimetallic balance, and Moseley micrometric regulator in a 14 karat, yellow gold, engine turned and beautifully engraved hunting case, arabic numeral O'Hara style multicolor enamel dial with Louis XIV style hands, serial #14057881, 70.5g TW
CONDITION: CASE: Case has housed another movement; Very fine scratches on outer surface of case; Very fine scratches on cuvette; Localized case knife marks and fine scratches; Lacking front cover lift spring; Lacking crystal; Crown with wear; Precious metal content marked. DIAL: Dirty, otherwise very good. HANDS: Tarnish. MOVEMENT PLATES: Numerous fine scratches on plate; Winding wheels with specks of oxide; Regulator assembly with oxide. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks).
ESTIMATE: $450 - $650
CIRCA: 1910

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Lot#: 599

DESCRIPTION: Hamilton Watch Co., Lancaster, Penn., a mid 20th century grade "950B" pocket watch, 16 size, 23 jewels, stem wind and lever set, adjusted to 6 positions, temperature and isochronism damascened nickel plate movement with lever escapement, monometallic balance with gold screws and whiplash micrometric regulator in a gold filled, screw back and bezel, open face bar over crown case with engraved presentation on back, arabic numeral, double sunk white enamel dial marked "Hamilton 23 Jewels Railway Special", with black baton hands, serial #S11226
CONDITION: CASE: Dings, band; Very fine scratches on outer surface of case; Dings on inner surface of case; Inside of back with case screw scratch; Gold filled with very minor brassing. DIAL: Faint hairline, 2:30; Faint hairlines at center. HANDS: Good. MOVEMENT PLATES: Very fine marks and scratches on plate. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks).
ESTIMATE: $450 - $650
CIRCA: 1950

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Lot#: 600

DESCRIPTION: Hampden Watch Co., Canton, Ohio, a late 19th century lady's gold hunting case pocket watch, 6 size, 15 jewel, stem wind and lever set, damascened nickel plate movement with lever escapement and cut bimetallic balance with gold screws in a 14 karat, yellow gold, reeded edge, engraved hunting case, roman numeral, single sunk O'Hara style multicolor enamel dial with blued steel open morning glory hands, serial #978112, 58.2g TW, with jewelers box
CONDITION: CASE: Shows extra case screw marks; Very shallow dent, front cover; Fine scratches on outer surface of case; Fine scratches and minor abrasion on inner surface of case; Precious metal content marked. DIAL: Two cracks, originating at setting lever; Flake at center of seconds bit. HANDS: Good. MOVEMENT PLATES: Very fine scratches on plate; Very fine scratches on barrel; Fine scratches on balance cock; Sink surrounding center wheel pivot with scratches; Regulator with a few specks of oxide. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks). Box dirty and with significant wear.
ESTIMATE: $450 - $650
CIRCA: 1895

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Lot#: 601

DESCRIPTION: American Waltham Watch Co., Waltham, Mass., a Civil War era "P.S. Bartlett" pocket watch, 18 size, 11 jewels, key wind and set gilt plate movement with lever escapement and polished steel balance with diamond endstone in a coin silver, engine turned and engraved hunting case, roman numeral white enamel dial with blued steel spade hands, serial #8435
CONDITION: CASE: Minor dents; Very fine scratches on outer surface of case; Very fine scratches on inner surface of case; Fine scratches on cuvette; Inside of back cover with marks from dent removal near hinge; Engine turning and engraving with moderate wear; Front cover extends just beyond 90 degrees when opened; Pusher cap worn; Precious metal content marked. DIAL: Small chips at center of seconds bit, otherwise very good. HANDS: Replaced; Minor oxide. MOVEMENT PLATES: Regilded; Very fine scratches on plate; Clusters of fine scratches adjacent to balance cock foot and tops of pillars. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks).
ESTIMATE: $400 - $600
CIRCA: 1858

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Lot#: 602

DESCRIPTION: American Waltham Watch Co., Waltham, Mass., a Civil War era "P.S. Bartlett" pocket watch, 18 size, 11 jewels, key wind and set gilt plate movement with lever escapement and steel balance in a heavy coin silver hunting case with decagonal band and front cover with engraved American eagle, roman numeral white enamel dial signed "Appleton, Tracy & Co." with blued steel spade hands, serial #21124
CONDITION: CASE: Shallow dents; Dings; Fine scratches on outer surface of case; Very fine scratches on cuvette; Localized case knife scratches on bezel and cuvette; Front cover lift spring not functioning; Front cover with minor gap at band when closed; Crystal with minor edge chips; Lacking pusher cap; Case screw ledge with localized damage; Precious metal content marked. DIAL: Hairlines. HANDS: Replaced. MOVEMENT PLATES: Fine scratches on plate; Spotting; Balance with oxide; One bridge screw replaced; Balance cock screw replaced; Lacking case screw. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Not running, will tick briefly, needs service.
ESTIMATE: $400 - $500
CIRCA: 1859

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Lot#: 603

DESCRIPTION: American Waltham Watch Co., Waltham, Mass., a late 19th century model 1883 "Crescent St." pocket watch, 18 size, 15 jewel, stem wind and lever set, adjusted, damascened nickel plate movement with lever escapement, cut bimetallic balance with gold screws, and Church micrometric regulator in a gold filled, reeded edge hunting case with applied, rose gold locomotive, arabic numeral, double sunk O'Hara multicolor enamel dial, the center with polychrome scene featuring a locomotive pulling a tender and two cars, Louis XIV gilt hands, serial #5713088
CONDITION: CASE: Case has housed another movement; Dings and minor dents; Fine scratches on outer surface of case; Very fine scratches and polishing marks on cuvette; Engraving with moderate wear; Lacking crystal; Pendant now set with a turquoise colored bead. DIAL: Scratch and small chip at 9:00; Scratch at edge, 3:00; Hairline at 5:00. HANDS: Good. MOVEMENT PLATES: Fine and very fine scratches on plate; Regulator assembly with minor oxide; Burr at one case screw sink; Dirty. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks).
ESTIMATE: $400 - $600
CIRCA: 1895

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Lot#: 604

DESCRIPTION: Ball Watch Co., Cleveland, Ohio, a grade 998E pocket watch, 23 jewels, stem wind and lever set, adjusted to 5 positions and temperature damascened nickel plate movement with lever escapement, uncut monometallic balance with gold screws, gold jewel settings, pallet bridge marked "Elinvar", and whiplash micrometric regulator in a screw back and bezel, engraved open face case with stirrup bow, Montgomery arabic numeral single sunk white enamel dial with blued steel spade and poker hands,serial #B648356
CONDITION: CASE: Tiny dings; Very fine scratches on outer surface of case; Cluster of scratches on inside of back cover; Gold filled with minor brassing. DIAL: Minor scratches, otherwise very good. HANDS: Minor oxide. MOVEMENT PLATES: Fine scratches on plate; pin pricks; Balance cock with scratches and dings; Minor gouging at case screw; Cluster of scratches at one barrel bridge screw; Ratchet wheel with fine scratches and shallow pitting; Regulator assembly with oxide; Balance endstone setting marred. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks); Low amplitude, needs service.
ESTIMATE: $400 - $600
CIRCA: 1940

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Lot#: 605

DESCRIPTION: E. Howard Watch Co. (Keystone), Waltham, Mass., an early 20th century gold series 14 pocket watch with original box and license, 10 size, 21 jewel, stem wind and set, adjusted to 5 positions, temperature and isochronism, damascened nickel plate movement with lever escapement, cut bimetallic balance with gold screws, and ruby banking pins in a 14 karat, white gold, hinged back and bezel open face case with maker's details engraved on gold cuvette, arabic numeral single sunk brushed silver dial with plum colored steel whip and spade hands, serial #2999, 57.8g TW, with original silk and velvet lined black lacquer box and license.
CONDITION: CASE: Very fine scratches on outer surface of case; Very fine scratches on cuvette; Precious metal content marked. DIAL: A few very fine scratches and pin pricks; Specks of dirt. HANDS: Very good. MOVEMENT PLATES: Very fine scratches on plate; Very dirty. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks). Box with dings, minor scratches and tape residue; Minor dirt on cover lining otherwise very good.
ESTIMATE: $400 - $500
CIRCA: 1920

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Lot#: 606

DESCRIPTION: Elgin National Watch Co., Elgin, Illinois, a gold cased pocket watch, 16 size, 17 jewels, stem wind and set, damascened nickel plate movement with lever escapement, cut bimetallic balance and Moseley micrometric regulator in a 14 karat, yellow gold, engine turned and engraved hunting case, arabic numeral, outer red 5-minute markers, single sunk white enamel dial marked "Government Special", with gold spade and whip hands, 12908456, 84.6g TW
CONDITION: CASE: Case has housed another movement; Band with a few dents; Covers with tiny dents; Back with shallow dent; Very fine scratches on outer surface of case; Fine scratches on cuvette; Engine turning with moderate wear; Front cover hinge sticky; Significant pressure required to release front cover catch; Bow with pin pricks; Crown shell worn through; Precious metal content marked. DIAL: Faint hairlines. HANDS: Minor oxide, minute. MOVEMENT PLATES: Fine scratches and pin pricks on plate; Gouge at one barrel bridge screw; Ratchet wheel, regulator, click, and one bridge screw abraded; Regulator with specks of oxide; Train bridge with spot of corrosion; Some screw heads with marring and specks of oxide. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks).
ESTIMATE: $400 - $600
CIRCA: 1905

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Lot#: 607

DESCRIPTION: Elgin National Watch Co., Elgin, Illinois, a late 19th century gold pocket watch, 15 jewel, stem wind and lever set, damascened nickel plate movement with lever escapement and cut bimetallic balance with gold screws in a 14 karat, yellow gold, engraved, scalloped band hunting case, roman numeral, single sunk O'Hara style multicolor enamel dial with gilt Louis XIV hands, serial #3875890, 57.1g TW, together with an associated jeweler's box
CONDITION: CASE: Dents; Front cover with removed monogram; Front cover lift spring a bit weak; Fine scratches on cuvette; Precious metal content marked. DIAL: A few tiny edge flakes and hairline at 8:30. HANDS: Tarnish. MOVEMENT PLATES: Fine scratches on plate; A few scratches and marks at case screws and on balance cock foot; Specks of dirt. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks). Box with wear.
ESTIMATE: $400 - $500
CIRCA: 1890

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Lot#: 608

DESCRIPTION: Elgin National Watch Co., Elgin, Illinois, a late 19th century grade 102 pocket watch, 18 size, 11 jewels, stem wind and lever set, damascened nickel plate movement with lever escapement and cut bimetallic balance in an 8 karat, yellow gold, engine turned and engraved hunting case, arabic numeral, single sunk O'Hara style multicolor enamel dial with gilt Louis XIV hands, serial #3206080, 103.2g TW
CONDITION: CASE: Case has housed another movement; Shallow dents; Very fine scratches on outer surface of case; Shallow dents and very fine scratches on cuvette; Acrylic crystal; Lip on rear cover with significant loss; Pendant with short cracks at bow joint; Bow with wear; Bow loose; Crown with significant wear; Precious metal content marked. DIAL: Two hairlines; Tiny edge flakes. HANDS: Minute replaced, short. MOVEMENT PLATES: Fine scratches on plate; Dirty. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks); Low amplitude, needs service.
ESTIMATE: $400 - $550
CIRCA: 1890

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Lot#: 609

DESCRIPTION: Hamilton Watch Co., Lancaster, Penn., an early 20th century grade "992" pocket watch, 16 size, 21 jewels, stem wind and lever set, adjusted to 5 positions, temperature and isochronism, two tone damascened nickel plate movement with lever escapement, cut bimetallic balance with gold screws, gold jewel settings, and whiplash micrometric regulator in a rose gold filled, screw back and bezel, open face bar over crown case, arabic numeral, outer red 5-minute markers, double sunk white enamel dial marked "Adjusted for Railroad Service 21 Jewels", blued steel spade and poker hands, serial #1657036
CONDITION: CASE: Band with small flat spot; Dings; Very fine scratches on outer surface of case; Very fine scratches on inner surface of case; Bow and crown with minor wear; Crystal cracked. DIAL: Very faint, short hairline at 2:30, otherwise very good. HANDS: Minor oxide. MOVEMENT PLATES: Very fine scratches on plate; A few fine scratches on balance cock; Minor gouging at barrel bridge screws; Scattered spotting; Fine scratch on ratchet wheel; Some steel components with specks of oxide. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks).
ESTIMATE: $400 - $600
CIRCA: 1925

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Lot#: 610

DESCRIPTION: Hamilton Watch Co., Lancaster, Penn., for Anna Silveira's Jewelry Palace, a gold cased "941", 18 size, 21 jewels, stem wind and lever set, adjusted to 5 positions, temperature and isochronism, damascened nickel plate movement with lever escapement, cut bimetallic balance with gold screws, and Goldthwait micrometric regulator in a 10 - 12 karat, rose gold, ornately engraved hunting case with engraved cipher on gold cuvette, arabic numeral O'Hara style multicolor enamel dial with blued steel spade hands, serial #161546, 105.9g TW
CONDITION: CASE: Case has housed another movement; Dent, back, near pendant; Hole in outer cover snap, back, near pendant; Very fine scratches on outer surface of case; Very fine scratches on inner surface of case; Fine scratch through cipher on cuvette; Front cover with gap at band when closed; Front cover hinge bent; Front cover extends beyond 90 degrees when opened, 120 deg.; Acrylic crystal; Bow replaced; Crown with minor wear; Precious metal content tested. DIAL: Faint hairline below seconds bit; Tiny chip, center; Chip in enamel concealed by bezel, 2:00. HANDS: Specks of oxide; Minor losses to color. MOVEMENT PLATES: Very fine scratches on plate; Long scratch on barrel bridge; Bright work with scattered specks of oxide and fine scratches; One case screw replaced. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks).
ESTIMATE: $400 - $600
CIRCA: 1905

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Lot#: 611

DESCRIPTION: Illinois Watch Co., Springfield, Illinois, a Bunn Special "161" type IIE, 16 size, 23 jewels, stem wind and lever set, adjusted, rayed damascene nickel plate movement, with lever escapement, monometallic balance with gold screws, gold jewel settings, gold wheel train and whiplash micrometric regulator in a white gold filled, screw back and bezel, Bunn Special model 181 open face case, arabic numeral, double sunk white enamel dial marked "Illinois Bunn Special 21 Jewel 60 Hour", blued steel spade and poker hands, serial #5441939
CONDITION: CASE: Back with shallow dent and waves; Dings; Fine scratches on outer surface of case; Bow with minor wear and brassing; Acrylic crystal; Crown worn. DIAL: Faint hairline, 11:30; Small edge chip, 8:30. HANDS: Pitting and oxide. MOVEMENT PLATES: A few very fine scratches on plate; Balance cock with small gouge, fine scratches and pin pricks; Winding wheels with very fine scratches; Barrel arbor bushing with short, deep scratch. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks); Low amplitude, needs service.
ESTIMATE: $400 - $600
CIRCA: 1930

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Lot#: 612

DESCRIPTION: Illinois Watch Co., Springfield, Illinois, a Washington Watch Co. "Lafayette" pocket watch, 18 size, 24 jewels, stem wind and lever set, adjusted to 5 positions and temperature, damascened nickel plate movement with lever escapement, cut bimetallic balance with gold screws, gold jewel settings, and whiplash micrometric regulator in a nickel, screw back and bezel open face case, the back with engraved locomotive, arabic numeral, outer red 5-minute markers, single sunk white enamel dial with blued steel spade hands, serial #2592159
CONDITION: CASE: Scattered dings; Very fine scratches on outer surface of case; Bezel replaced, too small for case; Crown worn. DIAL: Hairlines; Lacking two feet; Loose. HANDS: Mismatched. MOVEMENT PLATES: Very fine scratches on plate; Scattered, fine scratches on plate; Cluster of fine scratches and pin pricks on barrel bridge; Long, fine scratch at "Adjusted" marking; Localized specks of corrosion; Regulator assembly with specks of oxide. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks).
ESTIMATE: $400 - $600
CIRCA: 1915

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Lot#: 613

DESCRIPTION: American Waltham Watch Co., Waltham, Mass., a Civil War era "Appleton, Tracy & Co." pocket watch, 18 size, 16 jewels, key wind and set gilt plate movement with lever escapement and cut, bimetallic balance in a gold filled, reeded edge, engine turned and engraved hunting case, roman numeral, single sunk white enamel dial signed "American Watch Co.", with blued steel hands, serial #27904
CONDITION: CASE: Shallow dents; Very fine scratches on outer surface of case; Very fine scratches on cuvette; Engine turning worn smooth; Gold filled with minor brassing; Front cover lift spring weak; Front cover extends beyond 90 degrees when opened, 100 deg.; Pusher cap worn through. DIAL: A few flakes in enamel concealed by bezel, otherwise very good. HANDS: Minor oxide; Seconds short. MOVEMENT PLATES: Fine scratches on plate; Spotting; Scuff on barrel bridge; A few fine scratches and specks of oxide on regulator. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks).
ESTIMATE: $350 - $450
CIRCA: 1860

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Lot#: 614

DESCRIPTION: American Waltham Watch Co., Waltham, Mass., a Civil War era "P.S. Bartlett" pocket watch, 18 size, 11 jewels, key wind and set gilt plate movement with lever escapement and cut bimetallic balance in a 6 oz. coin silver, engraved hunting case, roman numeral, single sunk white enamel dial signed "American Watch Co.", with blued steel spade and poker hands, serial #32989
CONDITION: CASE: Band with minor dent, left of pendant; Dings; Fine scratches on outer surface of case; Very fine scratches on cuvette; Fine scratches on interior of case back; Engraving with minor wear; Covers with gaps at band when closed; Front cover extends to just beyond 90 degrees when opened; Movement loose; Precious metal content marked. DIAL: Faint hairlines, center and 6:00; Ring of dirt/ staining on seconds bit. HANDS: Minor oxide. MOVEMENT PLATES: Fine scratches on plate; Minor spotting; Spot of corrosion near regulator scale; A few specks of oxide on stud; Barrel bridge discolored; Barrel bridge screw with oxide; Screws with minor losses to blue; Case screw replaced; Balance endstone replaced. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks).
ESTIMATE: $350 - $500
CIRCA: 1860

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Lot#: 615

DESCRIPTION: American Waltham Watch Co., Waltham, Mass., a Civil War era "P.S. Bartlett" pocket watch, 18 size, 11 jewels, key wind and set gilt plate movement with lever escapement and steel balance in a 4 oz. coin silver hunting case with engraved cartouche on front cover, roman numeral white enamel dial signed "American Watch Co." with blued steel spade hands, serial #26839
CONDITION: CASE: Dings and a few minor dents; One larger dent that has been pushed out; Fine scratches on outer surface of case; Fine scratches on cuvette; One hinge plug absent; Bow replaced; Pusher cap an incorrect replacement; Precious metal content marked. DIAL: Very good. HANDS: Replaced; Minute short. MOVEMENT PLATES: Fine scratches on plate; Spotting and staining; Losses to gilding; Balance with specks of oxide; Case screw replaced; One bridge screw with oxide; Balance cock screw with minor losses to blue; Winding arbor with rust. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks); Would benefit from service.
ESTIMATE: $350 - $450
CIRCA: 1860

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Lot#: 616

DESCRIPTION: American Waltham Watch Co., Waltham, Mass., a Civil War era "P.S. Bartlett" pocket watch, 18 size, 7 jewels, key wind and set gilt plate movement with lever escapement, steel balance and diamond endstone in a silver, plain polished hunting case, roman numeral white enamel dial signed "American Watch Co.", with blued steel spade hands, serial #40355
CONDITION: CASE: Shallow dents; Very fine scratches on outer surface of case; Front cover hinge sticky; Rear cover snap worn; Small area of pitting on inside of front cover; Bow worn. DIAL: Faint hairline, 12:00. HANDS: Specks of oxide. MOVEMENT PLATES: Very fine scratches on plate; Small clusters of fine scratches; Fine scratches near case screw; Spotting and minor discoloration; Case screw replaced; A few screws with minor oxide and losses to blue. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks).
ESTIMATE: $350 - $450
CIRCA: 1860

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Lot#: 617

DESCRIPTION: American Waltham Watch Co., Waltham, Mass., a Civil War era "Wm. Ellery" pocket watch, 18 size, 7 jewels, key wind and set gilt plate movement with lever escapement, polished steel balance and diamond endstone in a silver hunting case with engraved cartouche on front cover, roman numeral white enamel dial with blued steel spade hands, serial #61168
CONDITION: CASE: Two shallow dents, back; Front with tiny dent; Band with two tiny dents; Cuvette with shallow dents; Fine scratches on outer surface of case; Fine scratches on inner surface of case; Fine scratches on cuvette; Bow with minor wear. DIAL: Very good. HANDS: Mismatched. MOVEMENT PLATES: Very fine scratches on plate; One bridge screw with minor scratches and loss to color; Case screw replaced; Specks of dust. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks).
ESTIMATE: $350 - $450
CIRCA: 1862

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Lot#: 618

DESCRIPTION: American Waltham Watch Co., Waltham, Mass., a Civil War era model 1857 "P.S. Bartlett" pocket watch, 18 size, 11 jewels, key wind and set gilt plate movement with lever escapement and steel balance in a coin silver, engine turned and engraved hunting case with engraved monogram on front cover, roman numeral white enamel dial signed "American Watch Co.", with blued steel spade hands, serial #25739
CONDITION: CASE: Minor dents and dings; Fine scratches on outer surface of case; Fine scratches and crease on cuvette; Rear cover snap worn; Engine turning worn smooth; Front cover with minor gap at band when closed; Bow replaced; Pusher with minor wear; Precious metal content marked. DIAL: Very good. HANDS: Hour and minute replaced. MOVEMENT PLATES: A few fine scratches; Regilded. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks).
ESTIMATE: $350 - $450
CIRCA: 1860

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Lot#: 619

DESCRIPTION: American Waltham Watch Co., Waltham, Mass., a Civil War era model 1859 "Wm. Ellery" pocket watch, 18 size, 7 jewels, key wind and set gilt plate movement with lever escapement and steel balance in a silver engine turned and engraved hunting case, roman numeral white enamel dial with blued steel spade hands, serial #48472
CONDITION: CASE: Minor dents; Very fine scratches on outer surface of case; Short scratch, front; Fine scratches on cuvette; Engine turning with moderate wear; Front cover with gap at band when closed; Rear cover with short gap at band when closed; Front cover extends beyond 90 degrees when opened, 100 deg.; Bow and hinges loose; Pusher cap with minor wear. DIAL: Very good. HANDS: Replaced. MOVEMENT PLATES: Lacking gilding; Spotting; Fine scratches on plate; Key guard lacking one screw; Incorrect regulator; Regulator broken. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks); Low amplitude, needs service.
ESTIMATE: $350 - $500
CIRCA: 1862

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Lot#: 620

DESCRIPTION: American Waltham Watch Co., Waltham, Mass., a late 19th century model 1873 pocket watch with gold case, 8 size, 11 jewel, stem wind and lever set gilt plate movement with lever escapement and cut bimetallic balance in a 9 - 10 karat, rose gold, engraved, box hinge hunting case, roman numeral, single sunk white enamel dial with blued steel spade hands, serial #1149291, 68.6g TW, with jeweler's box.
CONDITION: CASE: Case has housed another movement; Dent, edge of front cover; Very fine scratches on outer surface of case; Very fine scratches on cuvette; Front cover with minor gap at band when closed, crystal too high; Acrylic crystal; Precious metal content tested. DIAL: Numerous hairlines; Chip at 9:00. HANDS: Minor losses to color. MOVEMENT PLATES: Fine scratches on plate; Tiny spot of corrosion; Regulator with minor oxide. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks); Balance out of round; Low amplitude, needs service. Box fair, lining with tears, watch too large for receiver.
ESTIMATE: $350 - $450
CIRCA: 1880

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Lot#: 621

DESCRIPTION: American Waltham Watch Co., Waltham, Mass., a mid 19th century model 1860 "Appleton, Tracy & Co." pocket watch, 16 size, 15 jewels, key wind and set, adjusted gilt plate movement with lever escapement and cut bimetallic balance with gold screws in a coin silver, engraved hunting case, roman numeral, single sunk white enamel dial with blued steel spade hands, serial #280134
CONDITION: CASE: Dings; Small spots of oxide; Fine scratches on outer surface of case; Very fine scratches on cuvette; Hinges loose; Front cover extends beyond 90 degrees when opened, 100 deg.; Cuvette snap worn; Bow loose; Pusher with minor wear; Precious metal content marked. DIAL: Faint hairlines; Abrasion above seconds bit. HANDS: Replaced. MOVEMENT PLATES: Very fine scratches on plate; Scattered spotting; Small spot of corrosion; Some steel components with minor oxide; Dirty. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks).
ESTIMATE: $350 - $500
CIRCA: 1865

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Lot#: 622

DESCRIPTION: American Waltham Watch Co., Waltham, Mass., a model 1857 "Appleton, Tracy & Co." pocket watch, 18 size, 15 jewels, key wind and set gilt plate movement with cut bimetallic balance in an engine turned and engraved hunting case with 10 karat gold covers and cuvette, roman numeral, single sunk white enamel dial with gold hands, serial #194156, 101.7g TW
CONDITION: CASE: Case has housed another movement; Minor dents; Very fine scratches on outer surface of case; Fine scratches on cuvette; Engine turning with minor wear; Front cover with small patch on interior near hinge; Pusher partially worn through; Precious metal content tested. DIAL: Not pinned securely to movement; Faint hairlines, 6:00; Minor flakes in enamel concealed by bezel; Dirty. HANDS: Incorrect replacements. MOVEMENT PLATES: Fine scratches on plate; Significant loss to gilding; tarnish and minor spotting; Gouging at banking pin; Some screws replaced. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks); Balance spring needs truing.
ESTIMATE: $350 - $450
CIRCA: 1865

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Lot#: 623

DESCRIPTION: American Waltham Watch Co., Waltham, Mass., a model 1883 pocket watch for the Canadian Pacific Railway, 18 size, 17 jewels, stem wind and lever set, adjusted to positions, temperature, and isochronism, damascened nickel plate movement with lever escapement, cut bimetallic balance with gold screws, gold jewel settings, and Church micrometric regulator in a rose gold filled, engraved hunting case, Canadian 24-hour roman and arabic numeral, double sunk white enamel dial with blued steel spade hands, serial #5515335
CONDITION: CASE: Case has housed another movement; Very fine scratches on outer surface of case; A few fine scratches on cuvette; Inside of back cover with corrosion from acid testing; Front cover with small gap at band when closed; Pendant with dings and scratches at screw, screw an incorrect replacement; Bow and hinges tight. DIAL: Tiny flake, otherwise very good. HANDS: Minute short. MOVEMENT PLATES: Very fine scratches on plate; A few more significant scratches at case screws; Balance cock with pin pricks and small gouges; Regulator with a few specks of oxide. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks).
ESTIMATE: $350 - $450
CIRCA: 1890

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Lot#: 624

DESCRIPTION: American Waltham Watch Co., Waltham, Mass., a model 1892 for the "Canadian Railway Time Service", 18 size, 17 jewels, stem wind and lever set, adjusted to 5 positions, damascened nickel plate movement with lever escapement, cut bimetallic balance with gold screws, and Ohlson micrometric regulator in a silver filled, swingout open face case with gold locomotive on case back, Canadian 24-hour roman and arabic numeral, double sunk white enamel dial with blued steel spade hands, serial #18063901
CONDITION: CASE: Case has housed another movement; A few minor dings; Very fine scratches on outer surface of case; Back with minor bow wear; Bezel with gap at dial; Bow loose; Crown shell worn through. DIAL: Partially filled edge chip, 9:00. HANDS: Minute replaced. MOVEMENT PLATES: Very fine scratches on plate; More significant marks and scratches on balance cock; Balance cock with minor gouging at screws; Balance cock foot lacking plating; Ratchet wheel with very fine scratches and a few specks of oxide; Crown wheel with small spot of oxide; Regulator with a few specks of oxide; One case screw replaced. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks).
ESTIMATE: $350 - $500
CIRCA: 1910

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Lot#: 625

DESCRIPTION: American Waltham Watch Co., Waltham, Mass., an "Appleton, Tracy & Co." pocket watch for the Ogdensburg and Lake Champlain railroad, 18 size, 15 jewels, key wind and set gilt plate movement with lever escapement and polished gold balance in a coin silver hunting case, the interior of the front cover engine turned, and the exterior with engraved artist's pallette with brushes, a branch with foliage, and "O. & L.C. R.R. 20.", roman numeral white enamel dial signed "American Watch Co.", with blued steel hands, serial #98862
CONDITION: CASE: Minor dents; Dings; Fine scratches on outer surface of case; Fine scratches on cuvette; Case knife scratches; Punch marks on interior of case front from dent removal, some telegraphing through the cover; Engraving with minor wear; Front cover with gap at band when closed; Bow and pusher cap replaced; Precious metal content marked. DIAL: Faint hairline, 5:00; Flakes in enamel, most concealed by bezel. HANDS: Minor oxide. MOVEMENT PLATES: Fine marks and scratches on plate; Minor spotting; Balance stud and regulator with specks of oxide. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Ticks briefly, needs service.
ESTIMATE: $350 - $500
CIRCA: 1865

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Lot#: 626

DESCRIPTION: American Waltham Watch Co., Waltham, Mass., an early 20th century model 1883 "Santa Fe Route" pocket watch, 18 size, 17 jewels, stem wind and lever set, adjusted, damascened nickel plate movement with lever escapement, cut bimetallic balance with gold screws, gold jewel settings, and Church micrometric regulator, the barrel bridge marked "Santa Fe Route", in a sterling silver, hinged back and bezel, engraved open face case, arabic numeral, outer red 5-minute markers, single sunk white enamel dial with blued steel spade and poker hands, and also with "Santa Fe Route" marking, serial #7454650.
CONDITION: CASE: Case has housed another movement; Back with small dent; Numerous dings and pin pricks; Covers with bow wear; Fine scratches on outer surface of case; Very fine scratches on cuvette; Rear cover with gap at band when closed; Rear cover snap worn; Significant case knife wear to band at front; Acrylic crystal; Crown worn; Pendant lacking stem retaining screw; Precious metal content marked. DIAL: Numerous faint hairlines, 12, 3, and 9:00; Small chip at setting lever. HANDS: Minute short; Minor oxide and losses to blue. MOVEMENT PLATES: Very fine scratches on plate; Scattered, fine scratches on plate; Regulator assembly and case screws with minor oxide. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks).
ESTIMATE: $350 - $500
CIRCA: 1900

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Lot#: 627

DESCRIPTION: American Waltham Watch Co., Waltham, Mass., an early 20th century model 1890 pocket watch with gold case, 6 size, 7 jewel, stem wind and set gilt plate movement with lever escapement and cut bimetallic balance in a 14 karat, yellow gold, engraved hunting case with scalloped band, arabic numeral, outer red 5-minute markers, single sunk white enamel dial with blued steel spade hands, serial #12692410, 50.9g TW, with blue satin and velvet lined box
CONDITION: CASE: Case has housed another movement; Very fine scratches on outer surface of case; Very fine scratches and shallow dent on cuvette; Engraving with minor wear; Acrylic crystal; Precious metal content marked. DIAL: Very fine scratches. HANDS: Hour with bend; Seconds with specks of oxide and loss to blue. MOVEMENT PLATES: Losses to plating and minor verdigris; A few small spots of corrosion; Very fine scratches on plate; Some steel components with minor oxide. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks). Box with wear and losses.
ESTIMATE: $350 - $450
CIRCA: 1905

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Lot#: 628

DESCRIPTION: Ball Watch Co., Cleveland, Ohio, a Hamilton 999A "Brotherhood of Railroad Trainmen" pocket watch, 18 size, 21 jewels, stem wind and lever set, adjusted to 5 positions and temperature, sunburst damascened nickel plate movement with lever escapement, cut bimetallic balance with gold screws, gold jewel settings, and micrometric regulator in a gold filled, screw back and bezel Ball Model open face case, arabic numeral, single sunk white enamel dial with blued steel spade hands, serial #644138
CONDITION: CASE: Dings; Fine scratches on outer surface of case; Very fine scratches on inner surface of case; Gold filled with moderate brassing; Crystal with minor marks and scratches; Bow with two two dings. DIAL: Faint hairlines; Small edge chip at setting lever; A few scratches. HANDS: Seconds with minor oxide. MOVEMENT PLATES: Numerous very fine scratches; A few short gouges at bridge screw; Regulator assembly and stud clamp with specks of oxide. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks).
ESTIMATE: $350 - $450
CIRCA: 1910

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Lot#: 629

DESCRIPTION: E. Howard & Co., Boston, Mass., for J.P. Floberg, Sacramento, a series IV pocket watch, N size, 15 jewels, key wind and set gilt plate movement with lever escapement and cut bimetallic balance with gold screws in a coin silver, engraved hunting case, roman numeral, single sunk white enamel dial with blued steel umbrella hands, serial #32677
CONDITION: CASE: Dings; Numerous fine scratches on outer surface of case; Small cluster of scratches on back cover at right; Very fine scratches on inner surface of case; Cuvette with fine scratches; Front cover lift spring weak; Acrylic crystal; Bow replaced; Pusher with significant wear and small loss; Precious metal content marked. DIAL: Faint hairlines, 6 & 7:00. HANDS: Minute with bends; Hour with minor oxide. MOVEMENT PLATES: Very fine scratches on plate; A few fine scratches at one case screw; Steel portion of key guard with specks of oxide; Specks of dust. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks).
ESTIMATE: $350 - $550
CIRCA: 1870

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Lot#: 630

DESCRIPTION: Hamilton Watch Co., Lancaster, Penn., a grade "950" pocket watch, 16 size, 23 jewels, stem wind and lever set, adjusted to 5 positions, temperature and isochronism, damascened nickel plate movement with lever escapement, cut bimetallic balance balance with gold screws, gold jewel settings, gold wheel train and whiplash micrometric regulator in a white gold filled, screw back and bezel, engraved open face case, Montgomery arabic numeral double sunk white enamel dial, blued steel spade and poker hands, serial #1021335
CONDITION: CASE: Ding, band; Very fine scratches on outer surface of case; Fine scratches on inner surface of case; Inside of back with punch marks from dent removal; Bow loose; Crown shell worn through. DIAL: Fine scratches; Small infilled loss at seconds bit. HANDS: Oxide, minute and seconds. MOVEMENT PLATES: Very fine scratches on plate; Spot of corrosion on train bridge; Minor spotting; Scratches on balance cock; Balance endstone with marring; Winding wheels with very fine scratches and minor oxide; Regulator assembly with specks of oxide; Lacking one balance stud screw. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks).
ESTIMATE: $350 - $500
CIRCA: 1915

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Lot#: 631

DESCRIPTION: Illinois Watch Co., Springfield, Illinois, "Bunn Special", 18 size, 21 ruby jewels, stem wind, lever set, adjusted to 6 positions, temperature and isochronism, two tone damascened nickel plate movement with lever escapement, cut bimetallic balance with gold screws, gold jewel settings, and whiplash micrometric regulator in a gold filled, screw back and bezel, engine turned and engraved open face case, gothic arabic numeral, outer red 5-minute markers, double sunk white enamel dial with blued steel spade and poker hands, serial #1415599
CONDITION: CASE: Minor dings; Fine scratches on outer surface of case; Bow with minor brassing; Crown worn. DIAL: A few fine scratches; Faint hairline, 6:00. HANDS: Oxidation, tip of minute. MOVEMENT PLATES: Very fine scratches on plate; Fine scratches under balance; Two short scratches at "Adjusted"; Small spot of corrosion; Regulator spring with localized specks of oxide. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks).
ESTIMATE: $350 - $450
CIRCA: 1900

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Lot#: 632

DESCRIPTION: Illinois Watch Co., Springfield, Illinois, an early 20th century 60 hour "Sangamo Special" pocket watch, 17 size, 23 jewels, stem wind and lever set, adjusted to 6 positions, temperature and isochronism, damascened nickel plate movement with lever escapement, cut bimetallic balance with gold screws, gold jewel settings, gold wheel train, and whiplash micrometric regulator in a hinged back and bezel, engraved, open face Sangamo Special case, Canadian 24 hour arabic numeral, single sunk metal dial with marginal minutes, and blued steel Sangamo hands, serial #4720572
CONDITION: CASE: Small dent, edge of back; Dings; Very fine scratches on outer surface of case; Very fine scratches and pin pricks on cuvette; Engraving with moderate wear; Gold filled with moderate brassing; Crown worn; Case knife scratches and marring; Rear cover snap worn. DIAL: Minor scuffs and fine scratches; Minor losses to paint; Tarnish. HANDS: Minor oxide and losses to blue. MOVEMENT PLATES: Fine scratches and pin pricks on plate; Ratchet wheel with very fine scratches; Ratchet wheel with localized oxide; Regulator assembly with minor oxide; Center wheel with scratches and marring from contact with ratchet wheel. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks).
ESTIMATE: $350 - $450
CIRCA: 1925

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Lot#: 633

DESCRIPTION: Illinois Watch Co., Springfield, Illinois, for Oskamp - Nolting Co., a "Benjamin Franklin" pocket watch, 18 size, 17 jewels, stem wind, lever set, adjusted to 3 positions and temperature, damascened nickel plate movement with lever escapement, cut bimetallic balance, and whiplash micrometric regulator in a nickel, screw back and bezel open face case with embossed horse within a horseshoe on back, arabic numeral outer red 5-minute markers double sunk white enamel dial, blued steel spade and poker hands, serial #2262269
CONDITION: CASE: Case has housed another movement; Dings; Very fine scratches on outer surface of case; Bezel with scratch at 1:30; Crystal with a few small edge chips and minor scratches. DIAL: Faint hairline, 12:30. HANDS: Minor oxide and loss to blue. MOVEMENT PLATES: Very fine scratches on plate; Clusters of short scratches around bridge and case screws; Bridge and case screws with very minor specks of oxide; Regulator assembly with a few specks of oxide. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks).
ESTIMATE: $350 - $450
CIRCA: 1910

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Lot#: 634

DESCRIPTION: New York Watch Co., Springfield, Mass., a hunting cased "Aaron Bagg" pocket watch, 18 size, 7 jewels, key wind and set gilt plate movement with lever escapement, and cut bimetallic balance with gold screws in an 8 oz., plain polished coin silver hunting case, roman numeral, single sunk white enamel dial with blued steel spade hands, serial #38411
CONDITION: CASE: Dings; Very fine scratches on outer surface of case; Fine scratches on inner surface of case; Cuvette with minor case knife marks and scratches; Front cover with very minor gap at band when closed due to wear at catch; Crystal with edge chips; Bow and crown replaced; Precious metal content marked. DIAL: Faint hairlines, 6:00; Tiny chips at center of seconds bit; Glued chip and filled loss at 11:00; Edge flakes and small chips, most concealed by bezel. HANDS: Minor oxide; Seconds replaced. MOVEMENT PLATES: Fine scratches on plate; Scuff on barrel bridge; Spotting and minor staining; Regulator and click with specks of oxide. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks).
ESTIMATE: $350 - $450
CIRCA: 1870

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Lot#: 635

DESCRIPTION: South Bend Watch Co., South Bend, Indiana, a grade 329 "The Studebaker" pocket watch, 18 size, 21 jewels, stem wind and lever set, adjusted to 5 positions and temperature, ornately damascened nickel plate movement with lever escapement, cut bimetallic balance with gold screws, gold jewel settings, and micrometric regulator in a 3 oz., coin silver, hinged back and bezel, engraved open face case, arabic numeral, double sunk white enamel dial with blued steel spade hands, serial #579171
CONDITION: CASE: Case has housed another movement; Dents to band and back; Very fine scratches on outer surface of case; Fine scratches and spot of abrasion on inner surface of case; Very fine scratches, spot of abrasion and pin pricks on cuvette; Engraving with moderate wear; Crystal with a few minor edge chips; Precious metal content marked. DIAL: Dirty and with hairlines; Minor loss to enamel at edge, 8:00. HANDS: Minute replaced. MOVEMENT PLATES: Fine scratches and marks on plate; small clusters of scratches at case screws; Three endstone settings with marring; Regulator assembly with minor scratches and specks of oxide. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks); Balance out of flat.
ESTIMATE: $350 - $450
CIRCA: 1910

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Lot#: 636

DESCRIPTION: American Waltham Watch Co., Waltham, Mass., a Civil War era "Appleton, Tracy & Co." pocket watch, 18 size, 15 jewels, key wind and set gilt plate movement with lever escapement and cut, bimetallic balance in a gold filled, engine turned and engraved hunting case, roman numeral, single sunk white enamel dial signed "American Watch Co.", with blued steel hands, serial #57828
CONDITION: CASE: Dings; Very fine scratches on outer surface of case; Fine scratches on cuvette; Localized case knife marks, band and cuvette; Engine turning and engraving with minor wear; Gold filled with minor brassing; Bow with wear, Pusher worn. DIAL: Hairlines, center and 6:00; Small chip in enamel concealed by bezel, 9:30; HANDS: Replaced. MOVEMENT PLATES: Minor marks and very fine scratches on plate; Balance stud with oxide; Minor spotting; Balance cock marked "Adjusted"; Balance endstone replaced; Specks of dirt. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks); Balance spring now with overcoil.
ESTIMATE: $300 - $450
CIRCA: 1862

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Lot#: 637

DESCRIPTION: Columbus Watch Co., Columbus, Ohio, a silver cased "Columbus Railway King" pocket watch, 18 size, 16 jewels, stem wind and lever set, adjusted to 5 positions, two tone damascened nickel plate movement with lever escapement, cut bimetallic balance with gold screws, gold jewel settings and micrometric regulator in a coin silver, hinged back and bezel, engraved open face case with engraved cipher on back cover, roman numeral, outer red 5-minute markers, double sunk white enamel dial with blued steel spade hands, serial #312856
CONDITION: CASE: Case has housed another movement; Dents; A few dings; Fine scratches on outer surface of case; Cover with split at joint between case back and rim; Very fine scratches on cuvette; Engraving with moderate wear; Crystal with scratches; Crown with minor wear; Precious metal content marked. DIAL: Cracks, minor losses, and small repair at 5:00, adjacent to seconds bit. HANDS: Minor oxide. MOVEMENT PLATES: Numerous very fine scratches on plate; Fine scratches on plate; Minor spotting; Some bright work with specks of oxide; Case screws replaced. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks).
ESTIMATE: $300 - $500
CIRCA: 1900

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Lot#: 638

DESCRIPTION: Elgin National Watch Co., Elgin, Illinois, a "B.W. Raymond" pocket watch with wind indicator, 16 size, 19 jewels, stem wind and lever set, adjusted to 5 positions, temperature and isochronism, damascened nickel plate movement with lever escapement, cut bimetallic balance with gold screws, gold jewel settings, and micrometric regulator in a gold filled, swingout open face case, the back with rose gold locomotive, surrounded by applied, four color gold flowers and foliage, arabic numeral, double sunk white enamel dial with depressions for luminous compound at the hours, and blued steel spade and poker hands, serial #21771200
CONDITION: CASE: Case has housed another movement; Dings and a few small dents; Very fine scratches on outer surface of case; Hinge loose and with damaged tubes; Bezel thread a bit difficult to start; Acrylic crystal; Bow replaced; Crown shell worn through; Movement ring difficult to seat. DIAL: A few faint hairlines, 4:30, 6:00. HANDS: Good. MOVEMENT PLATES: Fine marks and scratches on plate; Ratchet wheel with fine abrasion and localized pitting; Regulator assembly with specks of oxide; Click screw with two small spots of oxide. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks); Wind indicator functional.
ESTIMATE: $300 - $500
CIRCA: 1920

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Lot#: 639

DESCRIPTION: Hamilton Watch Co., Lancaster, Penn., for A.N. Anderson, Minneapolis, a grade 992 "Inspectors Standard", 16 size, 21 jewels, stem wind and lever set, adjusted to 5 positions, temperature and isochronism, damascened nickel plate movement with lever escapement, cut bimetallic balance with gold screws, and whiplash micrometric regulator in a gold filled, screw back and bezel open face case with engraved locomotive on back, arabic numeral, single sunk O'Hara style multicolor enamel dial with gilt Louis XIV style hands, serial #334608
CONDITION: CASE: Case has housed another movement; Back with slight depression; Dings; Very fine scratches on outer surface of case; Top of pendant, below bow with small dents; Bow pivots worn; Acrylic crystal. DIAL: Restored. HANDS: Very good. MOVEMENT PLATES: Very fine scratches on plate; Small dings and pin pricks on balance cock; Ratchet wheel with very fine scratches and faint specks of oxide; Regulator assembly with minor oxide. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks).
ESTIMATE: $300 - $500
CIRCA: 1905

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Lot#: 640

DESCRIPTION: 2 (Two) American pocket watches, 16 size, arabic numeral dials, damascened nickel movements in silveroid open face cases, including Waltham, model 1908, "Crescent St.", silvered dial with wind indicator, 21 jewel, serial #20102703, and an Elgin, model 15, "Father Time", 21 jewel, serial #21297473
CONDITION: Both are ticking; sold as is
ESTIMATE: $400 - $600
CIRCA: 1915

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Lot#: 641

DESCRIPTION: 2 (Two) American pocket watches, 16 size, key wind, roman and arabic numeral enamel dials, gilt movements in coin silver hunting cases, including a Philadelphia Watch Co. "Paulus Patents", 15 jewel, serial #6564, and a Waltham model 1860, "Amn. Watch Co." 15 jewel, serial #330725
CONDITION: the Philadelphia runs for a short period, the Waltham is ticking; sold as is
ESTIMATE: $350 - $500
CIRCA: 1860

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Lot#: 642

DESCRIPTION: 2 (Two) American pocket watches, 18 size, arabic numeral dials, nickel, damascened movements, including an Elgin, model 8, grade 214, "Veritas",23 jewel in gold filled open face case with horse design, serial #11820774, and a Waltham, model 1892, "Vanguard", 19 jewel in silverode open face case with locomotive design, serial #12011421
CONDITION: both are ticking; sold as is
ESTIMATE: $350 - $450
CIRCA: 1905

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Lot#: 643

DESCRIPTION: 2 (Two) American pocket watches, 18 size, arabic numeral enamel dial, damascened nickel movements in gold filled hunting cases, including a Waltham, model 1892, "Crescent St.", 19 jewel, serial #12553194, and a Hamilton, model 2, grade 941, 21 jewel, serial #233043
CONDITION: both are ticking, sold as is
ESTIMATE: $400 - $600
CIRCA: 1903

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Lot#: 644

DESCRIPTION: 2 (Two) American pocket watches, 18 size, arabic numeral enamel dial, one a multicolor O'Hara style, damascened nickel plates in gold filled hunting cases, including a Waltham model 1883, "No. 25", 15 jewel, serial #4260061, and a Hampden, model 4, "Special Railway" 21 jewel, serial #1502171
CONDITION: both are ticking; sold as is
ESTIMATE: $350 - $550
CIRCA: 19th-20th century

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Lot#: 645

DESCRIPTION: 2 (Two) American pocket watches, 18 size, arabic numeral enamel dials including a Ball, model 11, grade 333, 17 jewel movement in gold filled open case with locomotive design, serial #11856141, and a Waltham, model 1892, "Vanguard", 21 jewel damascened nickel movement in nickel open face case with gold locomotive and an unusual 60 minute outer chapter ring, serial #7002327
ESTIMATE: $400 - $550
CIRCA: 19th-20th century

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Lot#: 646

DESCRIPTION: 2 (Two) American pocket watches, 18 size, arabic numeral enamel dials, including a Ball model 1, grade 999A, 21 jewel damascened nickel movement in gold filled open case, serial #462238, and a Hampden model 3, grade 59, 15 jewel nickel movement in silverine open face case with stag, serial #444966
CONDITION: both are ticking; sold as is
ESTIMATE: $350 - $450
CIRCA: 19th-20th century

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Lot#: 647

DESCRIPTION: 2 (Two) American pocket watches, 18 size, key wind, roman numeral enamel dials, coin silver hunting cases, including an Illinois, model 1, grade 3, 11 jewel gilt movement in nickel hunting case serial #426885, and Waltham, model 1857, "W.W. & Co.", 11 jewel gilt movement, serial #647953
CONDITION: both are ticking; keys missing; sold as is
ESTIMATE: $350 - $450
CIRCA: 1880

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Lot#: 648

DESCRIPTION: 2 (Two) American pocket watches, 18 size, roman and arabic numeral dials, damascened nickel movements in gold filled open face cases one with locomotive, including an Illinois, model 6, "Bunn Special:, 23 jewel, serial #2069782, and a Hampden, model 3, "Railway", 15 jewel, serial #635808
CONDITION: both are ticking; sold as is
ESTIMATE: $350 - $450

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Lot#: 649

DESCRIPTION: 2 (Two) American pocket watches, 18 size, roman numeral enamel dial, key wind gilt movements in coin silver hunting cases including a Waltham model 1857, "P.S. Bartlett", 7 jewel, serial #32341, and an Illinois, model 1, "Currier", 11 jewel, serial #88410
CONDITION: both are ticking, keys not included; sold as is
ESTIMATE: $350 - $500
CIRCA: 19th century

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Lot#: 650

DESCRIPTION: 2 (Two) American pocket watches, arabic numeral enamel dials, damascened nickel movements, including an Elgin, 18 size, model 7, grade 252," Father Time", 21 jewel, silverode open face case with gold stag, serial #9557496, and a Waltham, 16 size, model 1908, "Vanguard", 23 jewel, gold filled open face case, serial #25341684
CONDITION: both are ticking; sold as is
ESTIMATE: $400 - $600
CIRCA: 20th century

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Lot#: 651

DESCRIPTION: 2 (Two) American pocket watches, arabic numeral multicolor O'Hara style dials, including an Elgin, 16 size, model 6, grade 381, 17 jewel nickel movement in a gold filled hunting case, serial #16061497, and a Waltham, 18 size, model 1883, grade 836, 17 jewel damascened nickel movement in a sterling silver open face case with gold locomotive on back, serial #18096911
CONDITION: both are ticking; sold as is
ESTIMATE: $400 - $550
CIRCA: 1912

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Lot#: 652

DESCRIPTION: 2 (Two) Illinois "Sangamo Special" pocket watches, 17 size, arabic numeral enamel dial, 23 jewel nickel movements in gold filled and white gold filled open cases, both model 13, with serial #s 4720601 and 4760161
CONDITION: both are ticking; sold as is
ESTIMATE: $550 - $800
CIRCA: 1922

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Lot#: 653

DESCRIPTION: 2 (Two) Swiss pocket watches with chronograph including a Timing and Repeating Watch Co., Geneva split seconds chornograph in a yellow gold fille open face case with arabic numeral white enamel dial and fifteen minute register at 12, nickel plated movement marked with patent dates, 53mm and a mid 20th century Wakmann Watch Co. in a chome open face case with black arabic numeral dial and 30 minute register at 12, 18 jewel nickel plated movement, 50mm
CONDITION: both ticking and chrongraphs function and reset; sold as is
ESTIMATE: $400 - $600

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Lot#: 654

DESCRIPTION: 2 (Two) pocket watches, 18 size, arabic and roman numeral enamel dials, damascened nickel movements in gold filled open face cases, including an Omega, "Regina" brand watch manufactured in Canada, 17 jewel, stag design on case, serial #2171425, and Hamilton, model 1, grade 946, 23 jewel, serial #438589
CONDITION: Regina has some tarnish on the case, both are ticking, although the Hamilton will run for a short period; sold as is
ESTIMATE: $450 - $600
CIRCA: 20th century

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Lot#: 655

DESCRIPTION: 2 (Two) Waltham civil war era pocket watches, 18 size, roman numeral enamel dial, key wind gilt movements in silver hunting cases, including a model 1859, "Wm. Ellery", 7 jewel, serial #438589, and a model 1857, "Wm. Ellery", 11 jewel, serial #139625
CONDITION: both are ticking, keys not included; sold as is
ESTIMATE: $350 - $450
CIRCA: 1857

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Lot#: 656

DESCRIPTION: 2 (Two) Waltham pocket watches, 18 size, 15 jewel, key wind gilt movements in coin silver hunting cases, including a model 1870, "Crescent St." serial #550448, and a model 1857, "W.W. Co." serial #432442
CONDITION: one is not ticking; keys not included; sold as is
ESTIMATE: $400 - $600
CIRCA: 1870

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Lot#: 657

DESCRIPTION: 2 (Two) Waltham pocket watches, 18 size, arabic numeral enamel O'Hara style dials in engraved, gold filled hunting cases including a model 1888, "Royal", 15 jewel damascened movement, suede case, serial# 5388430, and a model 1888, grade #20, 7 jewel gilt movement,with original wood case, serial #6453472
CONDITION: both are ticking; sold as is
ESTIMATE: $400 - $600
CIRCA: 1888

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Lot#: 658

DESCRIPTION: 2 (Two) Waltham pocket watches, 18 size, arabic numeral,enamel multicolor O'Hara style dials, including a model 1883, "P.S. Bartlett", 17 jewel damascened movement in gold filled hunting case and original wood box, serial #5864712, and a model 1888, grade 22, 11 jewel movement in gold filled open case, serial #5347247
CONDITION: both are ticking, sold as is
ESTIMATE: $400 - $600
CIRCA: 1880

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Lot#: 659

DESCRIPTION: 2 (Two) Waltham pocket watches, civil war era, 18 size, roman numeral enamel dials, gilt movements in coin silver and gold filled hunting case, including a model 1857,"A.T. & Co.,15 jewel, serial #107171, and a model 1857, "Wm. Ellery", 7 jewels, serial #82670
CONDITION: both are ticking; sold as is
ESTIMATE: $400 - $600
CIRCA: 1857

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Lot#: 660

DESCRIPTION: 2 (Two) Waltham. pocket watches, arabic numeral enamel dials, gilt movements, hunting cases, including an 8 size, model 1873, "Wm. Ellery" 7 jewel key wind movement, 10K gold case, serial #1278724, 59g TW and a 0 size, model 1891 "Seaside", 7 jewel movement, 14K gold case, serial #8445744, 37g TW
CONDITION: Both are ticking, one missing a key; sold as is
ESTIMATE: $500 - $700
CIRCA: 19th century

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Lot#: 661

DESCRIPTION: 3 (Three) American pocket watches 18 size, key key wind and set gilt movements in silver cases with roman numeral white enamel dials including a Waltham P.S. Bartlett grade 11 jewels in a heavy hunting case, serial #226803; a U.S. Watch Co., Marion, NJ 7 jewels in an open face case, serial #150330; and an Independent Watch Co., Fredonia, NY in a hunting case, serial #125617
CONDITION: Independent ticking, Waltham ticking weakly, US Watch Co. not ticking; sold as is
ESTIMATE: $400 - $600

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Lot#: 662

DESCRIPTION: 3 (Three) American pocket watches and one movement, 18 size, arabic and roman numeral dial, one O'Hara style, stem and keywind, including Elgin model 2. grade 27, "B.H. Raymond" 17 jewel damascened nickel movement, gold filled hunting case, serial #6986069, a Columbus, model 1,11 jewel gilt movement, coin silver hunting case, serial #21601, a Rockford model 9, grade 910, "King Edward", 21 jewel damascened nickel movement in open face display case, serial #540122, and a Waltham,14 size, model 1884, "Riverside", 15 jewel nickel movement in nickel open face display case serial #3965387
CONDITION: pocket watches are ticking, movement is not working, key for Columbus not included; sold as is
ESTIMATE: $350 - $500
CIRCA: 19th century

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Lot#: 663

DESCRIPTION: 3 (Three) American pocket watches and one movement, watches with multicolor O'Hara style dials, including a Waltham,12 size, model 1894, grade 220, "Riverside", 15 jewel movement in nickel case with original tin metal box and operating instructions, serial #19485636, a Rockford, 18 size,1, 9 jewel movement in gold filled hunting case, serial #93120, a Rockford 18 size, model 7, grade 66, 11 jewel movement in gold filed case, serial #259080, and a Hamilton 18 size model 1, grade 30, 15 jewel movement in gold filled open case, serial #4229
CONDITION: Rockford is not working although staff appears good; others are ticking; sold as is
ESTIMATE: $350 - $450
CIRCA: 19th century

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Lot#: 664

DESCRIPTION: 3 (Three) American pocket watches, 16 to18 size with fancy multicolor dials including an Elgin model 7,grade 180, 17 jewel movement in coin silver case with gold horse, serial #7488209, a Waltham model 1883, grade 87, 17 jewel movement in an engraved gold filled hunting case serial #6703322, and an Illinois model 4, grade 173, 15 jewel movement in a gold filled hunting case, serial #1305909
CONDITION: Waltham has cracks on the dial; sold as is, running
ESTIMATE: $350 - $450
CIRCA: 19th century

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Lot#: 665

DESCRIPTION: 3 (Three) American pocket watches, 16-18 size, arabic and roman numeral enamel O'Hara style dials and damascened plates including Seth Thomas, model 8, grade 210, 17 jewel movement in gold filled open face display case, serial #788453, an Elgin, grade 127, 11 jewel movement in coin silver hunting case, serial #6322650, and a Waltham model 1888, "Royal, 15 jewel movement in coin silver hunting case, serial #579302
CONDITION: all are ticking; sold as is
ESTIMATE: $400 - $550
CIRCA: 19th century

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Lot#: 666

DESCRIPTION: 3 (Three) American pocket watches, 18 size, arabic numeral multicolor O'Hara style enamel dials, including an Elgin, model 5, grade "336", 17 jewel movement in gold filled open face case, serial #14957460, a Waltham model 1888, "Riverside", 15 jewel movement in gold hunting case, serial #4106475, and a Rockford model 1, grade 50,15 jewel movement in a coin silver, open face, muckle style case, serial #1683774
CONDITION: all are ticking, sold as is
ESTIMATE: $400 - $600
CIRCA: 19th-20th century

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Lot#: 667

DESCRIPTION: 3 (Three) American pocket watches, 18 size, arabic numeral white enamel dials, damascened plates in open face cases including a Rockford model 9, grade 918, 21 jewel movement in silverode case with locomotive design, serial #707162, a Hampden, model 1903 " Special Railway", 23 jewel two-tone movement in coin silver hunting case, serial #1770965, and an Elgin model 7, "Father Time" 21 jewel movement in nickel silver case with locomotive design on dial and stag design on case, serial #13885138
CONDITION: all are ticking; sold as is
ESTIMATE: $400 - $550

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Lot#: 668

DESCRIPTION: 3 (Three) American pocket watches, 18 size, including a Waltham model 1892 "Vanguard", 21 jewel movement in coin silver, open case, serial #16140862, an Elgin, grade 214, 23 jewel movement in silveroid open face case, serial #11926216, and a Ball, grade 332, 17 jewel movement in an open face nickel case, serial #11855166
CONDITION: all are ticking; sold as is
ESTIMATE: $400 - $550
CIRCA: 20th century

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Lot#: 669

DESCRIPTION: 3 (Three) American pocket watches, 18 size, key wind, roman numeral white enamel dials in coin silver cases including an Illinois, "Miller, 15 jewel movement in hunting case, serial #35050, a Waltham, model 1857, "P.S. Bartlett", 11 jewel movement in open face case, serial #32853, and a "Tremont Watch Co.", 11/15 jewel movement in hunting case, serial #8721
CONDITION: all are ticking; sold as is
ESTIMATE: $350 - $500
CIRCA: 19th century

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Lot#: 670

DESCRIPTION: 3 (Three) American pocket watches, 18 size, roman and arabic numeral white enamel dial, damascened plates, including a Hamilton, model 2, grade 951, 21 jewel movement in gold filled hunting case, serial #85230, a Hamilton model 1, grade 936, 17 jewel movement in silverode case, serial #8243, and a Hampden, model 3, "North American Railway", 21 jewel movement in silverode case with locomotive design, serial #2279695
CONDITION: all are ticking; sold as is
ESTIMATE: $400 - $600
CIRCA: 19th-20th century

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Lot#: 671

DESCRIPTION: 3 (Three) American pocket watches, 18 size, roman and arabic white enamel dials, damascened plates, hunting cases, including a Columbus, model 2, 16 jewel two tone movement in gold filled case serial #283935, a Waltham, model 1883, grade 25, "Railroad King", 15 jewel movement in gold filled case, serial #3740007, and a Hampden model 4, ""Deuber Watch Co."with O'Hara style dial, 15 jewel movement in coin silver case, serial #1200709
CONDITION: all are ticking; sold as is
ESTIMATE: $400 - $550
CIRCA: 19th century

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Lot#: 672

DESCRIPTION: 3 (Three) American pocket watches, all 18 size nickel damascened full plate movements including a Hampden grade 44 16 jewel movement in a gold filled hunting case retailed by Geo. Schreve & Co. San Francisco, Cal., serial #727998, a Hamilton grade 927 17 jewel movement in a gold filled hunting case, serial #16555 and a Hamilton grade 944 19 jewel in a silverode open face case, serial #552727
CONDITION: three ticking; sold as is
ESTIMATE: $350 - $550

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Lot#: 673

DESCRIPTION: 3 (Three) American pocket watches, all with boxes, including Elgin 6 size, model 2, grade 117, 7 jewel movement with multicolor O'Hara style dial in gold filled hunting case, serial #6277962, a Waltham 6 size, model 1890, "Riverside" 17 jewel damascened movement in gold filled hunting case, serial #6031539, and an Elgin 0 size, model 2, grade 354,in gold filled hunting case, serial #15869171
CONDITION: boxes in fair condition, the Walthams is not ticking but staff appears good, others are ticking; sold as is
ESTIMATE: $350 - $500
CIRCA: 19th century

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Lot#: 674

DESCRIPTION: 3 (Three) American pocket watches, arabic numeral multicolor O'Hara style dials, open face, including an Elgin 16 size, model 7, grade 382, 17 jewel movement with in a muticolor gold filled case, serial #17307715, a Waltham 18 size, model 1883, "A.T. & Co.",15 jewel movement in a multicolor gold filled case, serial #3921548, and an Elgin 18 size, model 5, grade 74, 11 jewel movement in nickel case, serial #5320272
CONDITION: all are ticking; sold as is
ESTIMATE: $350 - $550
CIRCA: 19th-20th century

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Lot#: 675

DESCRIPTION: 3 (Three) American pocket watches, gold filled multicolor hunting and open face cases, roman numeral dials, two with boxes, including Elgin 12 size, model 3, grade 345,17 jewel nickel movement, serial #19709907, an Elgin 6 size, model 1, grade 101, 11 jewel movement, attached pin with diamonds, serial #4301355, and Hampden 6 size, model 3, grade 220, 17 jewel movment in multicolor case, serial #540523
CONDITION: all are ticking; sold as is
ESTIMATE: $400 - $600
CIRCA: 19th-20th century

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Lot#: 676

DESCRIPTION: 3 (Three) American pocket watches, roman numeral enamel dials, key wind gilt movements, hunting case, including a Waltham 16 size, model 1860, "A.T.& Co.", 15 jewel,silveroid case,serial #66212, a Waltham 14 size, model 1870, "Adams St."11 jewel, coin silver case, serial #588645, and an Elgin 10 size, model 4, "Dexter St.", 7 jewel, gold filled case, serial #494563
CONDITION: all are ticking; sold as is
ESTIMATE: $350 - $550
CIRCA: 1875

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Lot#: 677

DESCRIPTION: 3 (Three) American pocket watches,18 size, arabic and roman numeral dials, damascened movements, open face display cases, including an Aurora, model 3, 15 jewel movement in gold filled case, serial #101064, a Hampden grade Special Railway, 23 jewel movement in nickel case with "Duebler Hampden" engraved on the bezel, serial #2980491, and a Rockford model 9, grade 925, 17 jewel movement in nickel case, serial #757086
CONDITION: Aurora has chips and scratches in the display case crystal; all watches tick; sold as is
ESTIMATE: $350 - $550
CIRCA: 19th-20th century

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Lot#: 678

DESCRIPTION: 3 (Three) Ball pocket watches, 16-18 size, arabic numeral enamel dial,open face, damascened nickel movements in gold filled cases, including a model 1899, "Official Standard", 21 jewel, signed original box, serial #B251355, a model 1, 999B, 17 jewel, serial #13159, and a model 1, 999C, 17 jewel, serial #13014
CONDITION: all are ticking; sold as is
ESTIMATE: $350 - $550

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Lot#: 679

DESCRIPTION: 3 (Three) Elgin pocket watches, 16 size, including a B.W. Raymond grade 581, 21 jewel movement in nickel case, serial #41167331, a B.W. Raymond grade 581, 21 jewel movement in a nickel case, serial #41167593 and a grade 387,17 jewel movement in a nickel case, serial #40466189
CONDITION: all are ticking; sold as is
ESTIMATE: $450 - $650
CIRCA: 20th century

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Lot#: 680

DESCRIPTION: 3 (Three) European lady's gold pocket watches including the first a G. Matile, Locle, Switzerland 18K gold hunting case with enamel highlights and key wound movement and roman numeral white enamel dial, 35mm, serial #11021, 37.2g TW in an associated box, the second a Hen. Preston, York in a heavy English hallmared 18K yellow gold open face case with gold roman numeral dial and key wound movement, serial #8404, 38mm, 45.8g TW not including chain, with associated box and chain, the third an M.J. Tobias, Liverpool with Swiss bar movement in a light gold open face case with engraved eagle on rear cover (probably 16 - 18K) with key wound movement, 50g TW not including fob, 44mm with associated fob
CONDITION: three ticking; precious metal content marked on Matile and Preston watches; sold as is
ESTIMATE: $1200 - $1600

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Lot#: 681

DESCRIPTION: 3 (Three) Hamilton pocket watches, 16 size arabic numeral white enamel dials including a model 3 grade 960, 21 jewel movement in gold filled open case, serial #324155, a model 1 grade 926 in gold filled open case, 17 jewel, serial #262688, and a model 5, grade 992B in two toned gold filled open case with original Hamilton celluloid box, serial #C7594
CONDITION: all are ticking; sold as is
ESTIMATE: $600 - $900
CIRCA: 20th century

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Lot#: 682

DESCRIPTION: 3 (Three) Hamilton pocket watches, all 16 size in nickel plated open face cases, one with ordinance, 17 to 21 jewel, including a 992B, a 2974B and a Model 23, serial #'s C87629, PZ4516, 2K2967
CONDITION: three running; sold as is
ESTIMATE: $400 - $600
CIRCA: mid 20th c

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Lot#: 683

DESCRIPTION: 3 (Three) pocket watches with multicolor O'Hara style dials including an Elgin 18 size, grade 103, 15 jewel movement in gold filled hunting case, serial #5126334, an Elgin 16 size, grade 4, 15 jewel movement in gold filled hunting case, serial #1399455, and a Hampden, grade Lafeyette, 11 jewel movement in gold filled hunting case, serial #171526
CONDITION: Elgin crystal cover is loose; all are ticking; sold as is
ESTIMATE: $400 - $600

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Lot#: 684

DESCRIPTION: 3 (Three) pocket watches, 18 size, arabic numeral enamel dials including a Rockford model 8, grade 84, 15 jewel movement in a gold filled hunting case, serial #304096, a Waltham model 1883, "Crescent St.", 17 jewel damascened movement in a silverode open face case with gold stag, serial #6035847, and a Waltham model 1883, "A.T. & Co".,17 jewel damascened movement in a gold filled open face case, serial #7906103
CONDITION: Rockford not working but staff appears intact; Santa Fe crystal has scratches
ESTIMATE: $400 - $600
CIRCA: 19th century

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Lot#: 685

DESCRIPTION: 3 (Three) pocket watches, 18 size, including an Illinois, grade Bunn Special, 21 jewel movement in gold filled hunting case, serial #1356897, an Illinois, grade "A. Lincoln", 21 jewel movement in open face nickel case with a multicolor gold locomotive, serial #2211095, and an Elgin, grade 187, 17 jewel movement in gold filled hunting case, serial #1659803
CONDITION: all are ticking, sold as is
ESTIMATE: $400 - $550
CIRCA: 19th-20th century

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Lot#: 686

DESCRIPTION: 3 (Three) Waltham pocket watches, 16-18 size, 15-21 jewel movements, arabic numeral multicolor O'Hara style enamel dials, nickel and gold filled open face, display and hunting cases
CONDITION: All are ticking; sold as is
ESTIMATE: $350 - $550
CIRCA: 20th century

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Lot#: 687

DESCRIPTION: 4 (Four) American pocket watches, 18 size, arabic and roman numeral dial, one O'Hara style, including an Elgin, model 6, grade 247, 15 jewel movement in gold filled and sterling silver hunting case serial #8926593, a Waltham, model 1883 grade 15, 17 jewel movement in a gold filled hunting case, serial #5951509, a Non Magnetic watch, model 2, grade 96,11 jewel movement in gold filled hunting case, serial #326214 and a Waltham model 1888, "Riverside", 17 jewel movement in nickel case, serial #6561824
CONDITION: all are ticking, sold as is
ESTIMATE: $350 - $500
CIRCA: 19th century

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Lot#: 688

DESCRIPTION: 4 (Four) American pocket watches, 18 size, arabic and roman numeral white enamel dials in open face cases, including a Waltham model 1892, "Vanguard" 21 jewel damascened movement in two toned coin silver case with locomotive, serial #7011990, a Waltham, model 1892, grade 845, 21 jewel movement in silverode case, serial #14174273, a Columbus, model 3,"North Star",11 jewel movement in silveroid two toned case with image of a stag, serial #212414, and an Illinois, model 3, "Stuart", 17 jewel movement in and coin silver case with inscribed dust cover, serial #61281
CONDITION: all are ticking; sold as is
ESTIMATE: $350 - $500
CIRCA: 19th century

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Lot#: 689

DESCRIPTION: 4 (Four) American pocket watches, 18 size, gold filled hunting and open case, including Hamilton, model 1, grade 940, 21 jewel movement, serial #138013, an Elgin, model 2, grade 86,15 jewel movement, serial #6336411, an Illinois, model 4, grade 5,15 jewels, serial #1091005, and an Elgin, model 1, grade 55, "W.H/ Ferry", 17 jewel movement, case, serial #327004
CONDITION: all are ticking; sold as is
ESTIMATE: $400 - $600
CIRCA: 19th century

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Lot#: 690

DESCRIPTION: 4 (Four) American pocket watches, 18 size, including an Elgin grade 239, 21 jewel movement in a gold filled case, a Waltham grade 18, 21 jewel in open face gold filled case, serial #7820893, a Rockford retailed by Barretts and Sherwood, San Francisco, CA movement in gold filled hunting case, serial #303008, and a Columbus Watch Co. grade 98, 15 jewel movement in two tone gold filled hunting case, serial #103099
CONDITION: all clocks ticking, sold as is
ESTIMATE: $350 - $500

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Lot#: 691

DESCRIPTION: 4 (Four) American pocket watches, 18 size, key wind movements, including Illinois, model 1, "America" 17 jewel movement in coin silver hunting case serial #197515, model 1870, "Aaron Bagg" 7 jewel movement in coin silver hunting case, serial #23743, a Waltham model 1883, "P.S. Bartlett" 13 jewel movement in coin silver open face case, serial #3530011, and an Illinois, model 1, "Mason", 7 jewel movement movement in coin silver case, serial #4223
CONDITION: keys are missing; all are ticking; sold as is
ESTIMATE: $350 - $450
CIRCA: 19th century

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Lot#: 692

DESCRIPTION: 4 (Four) American pocket watches, 18 size, key wind, roman numeral white enamel dials, including an Elgin, grade 60, 7 jewel movement in coin silver open face case, serial #539044, a United States Watch, "Fayette Stratton", 15/17 jewel movement wtih butterfly cutout in sterling silver hunting case, serial #2434, a Waltham, model 1883,"P.S. Bartlett", 13 jewel movement in coin silver open face case, serial# 3810105, and an Elgin, "Leader"grade 59, 7 jewel movement in coin silver open face case,serial #434906
CONDITION: all are ticking, keys are missing; sold as is
ESTIMATE: $400 - $600
CIRCA: 19th century

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Lot#: 693

DESCRIPTION: 4 (Four) American pocket watches, 18 size, roman and arabic numeral white enamel dials, damascened movements, open face and hunting case, including a Columbus, 15 jewel movement in coin silver case with gold bear in relief, serial #128330, an Illinois, model 6, "Bunn Special" 21 jewel movement in gold filled case, serial #1497198, an Illinois, model 6, "Bunn", 17 jewel movement in gold filled case, serial #1529709, an Illinois, model 6, grade 64, 17 jewel movement in nickel case, serial #1574944
CONDITION: Illinois has chips and cracks on the dial; all are ticking, sold as is
ESTIMATE: $400 - $550
CIRCA: 19th-20th century

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Lot#: 694

DESCRIPTION: 4 (Four) American pocket watches, including Illinois, 16 size, grade 176, 17 jewel movement in open face, gold filled case, serial #1678640, a Waltham, 18 size, model 1883 "P.S. Bartlett", 15 jewel damascened movement in open face, coin silver case, serial #3993662, Trenton, 18 size, grade 80, 11 jewel movement in damascened, silver coin hunting case, serial #371797, and an Elgin, 18 size, grade 61,15 jewel movement in coin silver hunting case, serial #236974
CONDITION: all are ticking, sold as is
ESTIMATE: $350 - $500
CIRCA: 19th-20th century

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Lot#: 695

DESCRIPTION: 4 (Four) American pocket watches, makers including Elgin, South Bend, and Waltham, 16-18 size, 15-21 jewel movements, roman and arabic numeral enamel dials including a multicolor O'Hara style, silver and gold filled open face and hunting cases
CONDITION: all are ticking; sold as is
ESTIMATE: $350 - $550
CIRCA: 19th-20th century

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Lot#: 696

DESCRIPTION: 4 (Four) American pocket watches, roman numeral white enamel dials, key wind, including a New York Watch Co., 18 size, model 1870, "Theo. E. Studley", 11 jewel movement in coin silver hunting case, serial #27962, an Illinois, 18 size, "Bates", 7 jewel movement in two toned silver and gold filled hunting case, serial #37046, a Waltham, 16 size, model 1870, "Adams St.", 7 jewel movement in gold filled open face case, serial #545853, and a Rockford,18 size, grade "9 jewels" in coin silver hunting case, serial #4631
CONDITION: all are ticking, keys are missing; sold as is
ESTIMATE: $350 - $550
CIRCA: 19th century

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Lot#: 697

DESCRIPTION: 4 (Four) pocket watches, 18 size, including an Illinois, grade 89, 21 jewel two-toned movement in gold filled hunting case, serial #2317314, an Elgin watch for retailer Montgomery Bros., grade 96, 7 jewel movement in nickel hunting case, serial #6013641, a Hamilton "929", 15 jewel movement in gold filled hunting case, serial #27828, and a Waltham, "Crescent St.", 15 jewel movement in gold filled hunting case, serial #552408
CONDITION: all are ticking; sold as is
ESTIMATE: $350 - $550
CIRCA: 19th-20th centrury

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Lot#: 698

DESCRIPTION: 4 (Four) pocket watches, two with multicolor O'Hara style enamel dials including a Columbus, model 2, 18 size,15 jewel movement in gold filled hunting case serial #77243, an Elgin watch,16 size, model 7,grade 291, 7 jewel movement in open face nickel case, serial #25125509, an Elgin 16 size, model 6, grade 241, 17 jewel movement, in gold filled hunting case serial #11038062, and a Waltham, 16 size, model 1883 "P.S. Bartlett", 7 jewel movement in nickel hunting case, serial #11038062
CONDITION: an Elgin has a chip in the dial enamel; all are ticking; sold as is
ESTIMATE: $350 - $550

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Lot#: 699

DESCRIPTION: 5 (Five) American pocket watches including an Auburndale timer recording 1/8 seconds, a Waltham Chronometro Victoria, others by Hamilton, Illinois, New York Standard, all 18 size, 4 -17 jewel movements, roman and arabic numeral enamel dials, nickel and gold filled open face and hunting cases
CONDITION: all watches are working
ESTIMATE: $350 - $550
CIRCA: 19th-20th century

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Lot#: 700

DESCRIPTION: 5 (Five) American pocket watches, 12-16 size movements, makers including Hampden, Illinois, Burlington, Hamilton and Elgin, 17-21 jewel movements, arabic and roman numeral enamel dials in nickel, gold filled, and silveroid open face cases
CONDITION: Illinois watch is not ticking but staff in good shape; elgin is not ticking; sold as is
ESTIMATE: $400 - $550
CIRCA: 19th-20th centrury

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Lot#: 701

DESCRIPTION: 5 (Five) American pocket watches, 18 size, 11-15 jewel, stem and key wind movements, makers including Elgin, Lancaster, Illinois,Standard Watch, and Peoria Watch, arabic numeral white enamel dials in gold filled, coin silver, and silverine, open faced and hunting cases
CONDITION: All watches ticking, keys are missing; sold as is
ESTIMATE: $350 - $450
CIRCA: 19th century

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Lot#: 702

DESCRIPTION: 5 (Five) American pocket watches, 18 size, makers including Aurora, Hampden, Illinois, Rockford, and Elgin, 7-18 jewel movements, roman and arabic numeral enamel dials, ore and coin silver open and hunting face cases
CONDITION: one of the Waltham key wounds is not ticking; others will tick; sold as is
ESTIMATE: $350 - $450

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Lot#: 703

DESCRIPTION: 5 (Five) American pocket watches, makers including Elgin, Waltham, Illinois, Hamilton, 16-18 size, 15-17 jewel movements, roman and arabic numeral enamel dials including one with a multicolor O'Hara style dial and another with a painting of a nude on the dial, in gold filled open face and hunting cases
CONDITION: crystal on watch with nude is unattached; all are running; sold as is
ESTIMATE: $350 - $550
CIRCA: 19th century

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Lot#: 704

DESCRIPTION: 5 (Five) American pocket watches, makers including Hampden, Illinois, Waltham, and Rockford, size 12-18, 11-17 jewel movements, roman and arabic numeral enamel dials in nickel, coin silver and gold filled open face and hunting cases
CONDITION: all our running, sold as is
ESTIMATE: $400 - $500

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Lot#: 705

DESCRIPTION: 5 (Five) pocket watches, makers including Hamilton, Hampden, Illinois, Rockford and others, 16-18 size, 15-17 jewel movements, roman and arabic numeral enamel dials including two multicolor O'Hara style, nickel, nickel and gold filled display cases, open face and hunting cases
CONDITION: All are ticking, sold as is
ESTIMATE: $400 - $600
CIRCA: 19th century

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Lot#: 706

DESCRIPTION: 5 (Five) pocket watches, makers including Waltham, Hamilton and Illinois, 16-18 size, 11-17 jewel movements, roman and arabic numeral enamel dials including a multicolor O'Hara style, nickel, coin silver and gold filled open face and hunting cases
CONDITION: all are ticking; sold as is
ESTIMATE: $400 - $600
CIRCA: 19th century

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Lot#: 707

DESCRIPTION: 6 (Six) American pocket watches, 18 size, stem and key wind, arabic and roman numeral enamel dials, hunting and open face, up to 15 jewels, some with gilt and damascened movements, makers including Hampden with hinge back case, Trenton, Illinois, New York and others, all in gold filled and silverine cases
CONDITION: Hampden crystal is scratched with chips; New York watch attributed to Kuningas is not ticking; sold as is
ESTIMATE: $350 - $450
CIRCA: 19th-20th centrury

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Lot#: 708

DESCRIPTION: 6 (Six) American pocket watches, makers including Illinois, Hampden, Waltham, and Columbus, all 18 size, 11-17 jewel movements, roman and arabic numeral enamel dials including one multicolor O'Hara style, nickel, silver and gold filled open face and hunting cases
CONDITION: all are ticking although one marked Barnes Bro.ticks briefly but staff is good; sold as is
ESTIMATE: $400 - $600
CIRCA: 19th-20th century

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Lot#: 709

DESCRIPTION: 6 (Six) pocket watches, including a Hampden watch in a sterling silver case, two Swiss Longines, and other makers including Illinois, Seth Thomas, and Columbus King, 18 size, 15-21 jewel movements, roman and arabic numeral enamel dials, nickel, coin silver and gold filled open face, hunting and display cases
CONDITION: all clocks are ticking; sold as is
ESTIMATE: $350 - $500
CIRCA: 19th century

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Lot#: 710

DESCRIPTION: 6 (Six) pocket watches, makers including Illinois, Waltham, US Watch Co., and others, 16-18 size, 7-21 jewel movements, roman and arabic numeral enamel dials in nickel and gold filled open face, display and hunting cases
CONDITION: all are ticking, sold as is
ESTIMATE: $350 - $550
CIRCA: 19th century

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Lot#: 711

DESCRIPTION: 7 (Seven) American and European pocket watches, 18 - 0 size, makers including Elgin, Majestic, Waltham, and three anonymous Swiss, six with enamel dials, and in silver or gold filled cases, the last with gold dial and 18 karat gold, engine turned and engraved open face case, 37.7g TW
CONDITION: three running, the others with good staffs, one dial with losses to enamel, precious metal content marked, tested, multiple lots sold as is, no returns
ESTIMATE: $350 - $550
CIRCA: 19th - 20th c

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Lot#: 712

DESCRIPTION: 7 (Seven) American pocket watches, makers including Walthams, Illinois, Hamilton, Elgin and other, 0-18 size, 7-17 jewel movements, roman and arabic numeral enamel dials including one multicolor O'Hara style, nickel, sterling silver and gold filled open face and hunting cases, all with boxes
CONDITION: one Waltham is not working; others ticking; boxes in various condition; sold as is
ESTIMATE: $400 - $600
CIRCA: 19th-20th century

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Lot#: 713

DESCRIPTION: 11 (Eleven) American and Swiss pocket watches, 0-18 size, key wind, roman numeral enamel dials, some multicolor, including Western, Fearless, New York, and Swiss makers one with a watch cover, all in gold filled, nickel and coin silver hunting and open face cases
CONDITION: two of the Swiss watches are not working, one has a broken dust cover, keys not included; sold as is
ESTIMATE: $350 - $500
CIRCA: 19th-20th century

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