The Art of American Horology & Colle...
New York, Nov 28, 2001
LOT 85
E. Howard & Co. Boston, Series III, No. 9790, circa 1862.Fine, 18K gold, hunting-cased pocket watch.
USD 3,000 - 3,500
Sold: USD 3,450
C. four-body, "bassine" by "H.B & Co.", covers engraved with foliage pattern centered by vinigates with a sailboat and a village, hinged cuvette with engine-turned border, apertures for winding and setting and an inscription. D. white enamel, Roman numerals, outer minute ring, sunk subsidiary seconds. Blued steel "Straight Breguet" hands. M. N size, gilt, 3/4 plate, 15 jewels, straight line lever escapement, cut-bimetallic compensation balance with gold screws, blued steel flat balance spring, egraved balance cock.Engraved, "Reed's. Patent Nov. 24. 1857".Signed on the dial and movement.Diam. 55 mm.
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AA |
Very good |
Case: 3-15 |
Good Slightly rusted |
Movement: 3* |
Good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 3-12-01 |
Good Worn HANDS Original |