Militaria, Clocks, & Science
Description:
Two Howard Series III Watches, Boston, No. 20542 and No. 22207, both with roman numeral dials marked E. Howard & Co., Boston, key-wind, key-set movements marked with maker's name, location, and number as above and Reed's Pat. Nov. 24, 1857, one in a Hamilton glass-back case and the other in an Oresilver case, dia. 52 to 56 mm.
Estimate $300-500
Both watches presently running. Movement loose in Hamilton case. Oresilver case has a replaced cuvette.
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.
Christopher D. Fox
Vice President
Director, Historic Arms & Militaria
Associate Deputy Director, American Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3200