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1928 Hamilton Grade 912 12s Pocket Watch

ProbableCredible evidence exists but classification is not fully established.

Record status

Individual type · partial

Period

1928

This is a 1928 open-face pocket watch by the Hamilton Watch Company. According to the seller description, it houses a 17-jewel mechanical movement identified as Grade 912, Model 2, in size 12s, with serial number 3286045.

The movement is reported to be marked Hamilton Watch Co. Lancaster, PA., Adjusted, and Made in U.S.A. It is fitted in a 44.3 mm round 14K white gold-filled case with engraved decoration. The white dial displays gold-tone Roman numerals, an outer minute track, and a subsidiary seconds subdial at the 6 o'clock position.

Evidence at a glance

Linked sources
1
Photograph views
1
Catalogue references
0

Counts describe this entry’s documentation, not authenticity, rarity or completeness. Photographs may show one specimen; check each caption and licence.

Technical characteristics

Type
Open-face pocket watch
Jewel Count
17 Jewels
Case Diameter
44.3 mm
Place recorded
United States
Case Back Markings
Hamilton Watch Co. Lancaster, PA. 14K Gold Filled Hadsworth Quality 0219683
Maker / attribution
Hamilton Watch Co.
Movement Serial Number
3286045
Movement Grade and Size
Grade 912, Model 2, 12s

Design

Dial and Hands
The timepiece features a white dial with gold Roman numerals and an outer minute/seconds track. A subsidiary seconds register is positioned at 6 o'clock. The watch is fitted with matching hands.
Visible features
• Open-face pocket watch configuration with a decorative bow and fluted winding crown at the 12 o'clock position • White dial featuring applied or metallic Roman numerals and an outer minute track • Subsidiary seconds register positioned at 6 o'clock with black calibrations • Beaded or milled pattern detailing the bezel edge • Openwork spade hands and small counterpoised subsidiary seconds hand
Movement and Case Markings
The movement is reported by the seller to be marked 'Hamilton Watch Co. Lancaster, PA. 17 Jewels Adjusted 912 Made in U.S.A. 3286045'. The case back is reported to bear the markings 'Hamilton Watch Co. Lancaster, PA. 14K Gold Filled Hadsworth Quality 0219683'.
Object Identity and Configuration
This is an open-face, manual-wind pocket watch identified by the seller as a 1928 Hamilton, Grade 912, Model 2. The watch is housed in a 44.3 mm round case with engraved decorations and a fluted winding crown located at the 12 o'clock position. The case is described by the seller as being 14K white gold filled.

Identification

Reference
Grade 912, Model 2
Serial number
3286045
Source note
Facts transcribed from the linked source listing or collection record. Attribution and specifications are source-reported and have not been independently authenticated.

Catalogue references

No catalogue numbers recorded. Numbers are only published once transcribed from a verified edition of a standard catalogue — they are never inferred.

Research required

  • Research required: Movement and interior case markings are reported by the source seller but cannot be independently verified from the dial-side photograph
  • Research required: The listing includes two distinct SKU identifiers (WA-0751 near the top and WA-0721 at the end)
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