Militaria, Clocks, & Science
Description:
Howard Key-wind Open-face Silver Watch, Boston, No. 16711, with enamel roman numeral dial marked E. Howard & Co., Boston, key-wind, key-set movement marked with maker's name, location and number as above and Mershon's Patent, Apr. 26, 1859, Reed's Patent, Pat. July 24, 1866, in an open-face, coin silver case, dia. 56 mm.
Estimate $200-400
Watch is presently running. Movement is loose in the case. Dial in good condition.
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.
Keywords
Howard Key-wind OpenChristopher D. Fox
Vice President
Director, Historic Arms & Militaria
Associate Deputy Director, American Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3200