Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
Description:
Hamilton "950" Factory Model Open-face Watch, Lancaster, Pennsylvania, no serial number, with double sunk arabic numeral dial marked "Hamilton," damascened nickel bridge type movement marked "Motor Barrel 950/Hamilton Watch Co. Lancaster, PA./23 Jewels/Adjusted 5 Positions," in a Hamilton glass-back case.
Note: The watch has a tag embossed with the Hamilton seal and marked "FACTORY MODEL grade 950."
Estimate $700-900
Dial and hands in very good condition. Watch is currenty 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.
Stephen L. Fletcher
Partner/Executive Vice President and Chief Auctioneer
Director of American Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3000
Jonathan Dowling
Director, Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
508-970-3131
Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
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