Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
Description:
E. Howard & Company 18kt Gold Open Face Watch, Boston, Massachusetts, No. 308206, double sunk Arabic numeral dial marked E. Howard & Co./Boston, with blued-steel hands, plain case marked N. G. W. & S. and 18K, rope turned bezel, lid and band, plain cuvette opens to a three-quarter plate, nickel, 15-jewel, lever escapement movement inscribed and numbered by maker as above, crown-wind and set, screwed gold chatons, bimetallic balance with gold timing screws and micrometer regulator, dia. 55 mm, 86.3 g.
Estimate $1,000-1,500
Very nice condition, but probably re-cased. Age consistent slight wear, dial flawless, movement winds and sets as designed, movement starts with several winding turns.
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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