Militaria, Clocks, & Science
Description:
Howard Series II Key-wind Open-face Watch, Boston, No. 2623, with enamel roman numeral dial marked E. Howard & Co., Boston, key-wind, key-set movement marked with maker's name, location, and number as above and Reed's Patent, Nov. 24, 1857, in a glass-back case, dia. 53 mm.
Estimate $300-500
Watch is not currently running. Balance staff is OK. Dial has a chip @ 8 o'clock. Case has a crown and glass back.
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