Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
Description:
H.N. Lockwood 14kt Gold Open Face Watch, Boston, No. 93695, c. 1900, double-sunk Arabic numeral dial signed by retailer H. N. Lockwood/Boston, blued steel spade hands, plain case marked H. N. Lockwood/14K/37244, damascened nickel bar-type fully jeweled, lever escapement, stem-wind crown-set movement marked by retailer as above and Switzerland, bimetallic split balance and "snail follower" regulation dial, dia. 52 mm, 133 g.
Estimate $800-1,200
Dial flawless, original hands, case excellent, movement in clean and polished condition but does not start, possibly overbanked.
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.