Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
Description:
Two 18kt Gold Lady's Watches, late 19th century, both stem-wind, lever-set movements in fully engraved cases, a David Magnin No. 81444 with Roman numeral dial in a hunter case with inside of case front engraved O.E.R. Wallis, Boston, 1873, 38 mm, 37 g., with a double link, 14kt gold chain with a cameo and gold fob, and a Swiss watch marked on movement and dial for retailer Bigelow Kennard & Co., Boston, in an open face case, dia. 37 mm, 50 g., with a fine, double link, 14kt gold chain, weight of both chains 54 g.
Estimate $800-1,200
Both watches currently running.
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
From early timekeeping devices to precision regulators, the Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments department covers centuries of invention and function with trusted appraisals and world-competitive auctions.