Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
Description:
merican Watch Company 18kt Gold "Model 1872" Open Face Watch, Waltham, Massachusetts, No. 1637406, porcelain Roman numeral dial with sunk seconds marked A.W.Co., Waltham, 21-jewel, stem-wind, lever-set, damascened nickel movement marked with maker's name and number as above, in an 18kt gold, engine-turned case, dia. 54 mm, 149 g.
Estimate $800-1,200
Watch is currently running. Cuvette engraved "Nathaniel Stevens from M.T.S. 1878". Case stamped 18K. Crystal with minor surface abrasions.
The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Jonathan Dowling
Director, Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
508-970-3131
Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
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