Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
Description:
Hamilton "924" Survivor of 1906 San Francisco Earthquake and Fire, Lancaster, Pennsylvania, no. 484414, 21 jewel open-face watch shipped to Heacock and Freer in San Francisco on January 20, 1905, returned to the factory after the earthquake and fire on July 24, 1906, and retained by the company, dia. 51 mm.
Estimate $200-400
Balance wheel and bridge off but with the watch. Lacking rear cover. Un-restored.
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
LancasterStephen L. Fletcher
Partner/Executive Vice President and Chief Auctioneer
Director of American Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3000
Jonathan Dowling
Director, Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
508-970-3131
Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
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