Antique Waltham Traveler Open Face Pocket Watch
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
circa 1902
This open-faced pocket watch by Waltham features a 14k gold-plated case measuring 5 cm by 5 cm with a depth of 1.5 cm. The seller states it houses a 16-size, 7-jewel 1899 model movement with serial number 11270776, dated to circa 1902.
The white enamel dial displays black Roman numeral hour indices, an outer track, and a subsidiary seconds subdial at the 6 o'clock position, accompanied by blued steel hands and signed Waltham.
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
- Dimensions
- Height 5cm, Width 5cm, Depth 1.5cm
- Case Material
- 14K gold plated
- Place recorded
- United States
- Maker / attribution
- American Waltham Watch Co.
- Movement Serial Number
- 11270776
- Movement Specification
- 16s, 7 jewels, 1899 model
Design
- Visible features
- • White enamel dial signed 'WALTHAM' with black Roman numerals. • Subsidiary seconds subdial positioned above 6 o'clock. • Blued steel hands for hours, minutes, and subsidiary seconds. • Fluted onion crown with an attached bow at 12 o'clock. • Edge staining and visible discoloration around the dial perimeter.
- Movement and Attribution
- The watch is associated with movement serial number 11270776. According to the seller, this corresponds to a 16-size, 7-jewel 1899 model movement, which the dealer attributes to a manufacturing date of circa 1902. The internal movement is not depicted in the provided photographic record; therefore, the reported technical specifications and functional condition rely on the seller's description.
- Dial and Visual Components
- The dial is composed of white enamel featuring black Roman numeral hour indices. It is fitted with blued steel hands for the hour, minute, and subsidiary seconds indicators. The subsidiary seconds subdial is positioned at the 6 o'clock mark. The seller notes the presence of slight staining on the dial, and visual examination shows discoloration around the perimeter.
- Object Identification and Case Construction
- The object is an open-faced pocket watch identified by the seller as an American Waltham Traveler model. The case is described as 14K gold-plated, measuring 5 cm in height, 5 cm in width, and 1.5 cm in depth. The seller describes the case as unmarked and equipped with a top-winding and time-change mechanism. A fluted onion crown and bow are present at the 12 o'clock position.
Identification
- Reference
- SA847826
- Serial number
- 11270776
- 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: Internal movement and inner case back are not depicted in the provided photograph.
- Research required: The dial exhibits perimeter discolouration and hairline staining as noted by the seller.