Militaria, Clocks, & Science
Description:
Two Howard Series III Open-face Watches, Boston, No. 4223 and No. 6761, both with enamel roman numeral dial marked E. Howard & Co., Boston, key-wind, key-set movement marked as the dial and with the number above and on the going barrel Reed's Patent, Nov. 24, 1857, one in a Silveroid case, the other in a glass-back case, dia. 58 mm.
Estimate $300-500
Both watches currently ticking.
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