The Art of American Horology & Colle...
New York, Nov 28, 2001
LOT 41
American Waltham Watch Co., "W. M. Ellery" Grade, Model 57, No. 742040, delivered in late May or early June 1874.Fine and rare, gold, hunting-cased pocket watch.
USD 1,000 - 1,500
C. four-body, "bassine et filets" by "B.W.C. Co.", engine-turned covers, hinged bezel and cuvette with knurled keyhole and engine-turned border. D. white enamel, Roman numerals, outer minute divisions, sunk subsidiary seconds. Blued "American Spade" hands. M. 18 size, gilt, full plate, 15 jewels, lateral lever escapement with cut-bimetallic compensation balance with gold screws, blued steel flat balance spring, engraved balance cock, index regulator.Signed on the dial and movement.Diam. 52.9 mm.
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: A |
Good |
Case: 3-14 |
Good Damaged |
Movement: 3* |
Good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 3-12-01 |
Good Worn HANDS Original |