New York Standard Watch Co. 7-Jewel Pocket Watch
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
Circa 1910–1920
This open-face pocket watch is attributed to the New York Standard Watch Company, dating to circa 1910–1920 according to the auction description. The timepiece features an approximately 51 mm gold-tone metal case embellished with floral engraving on the bezel and bow.
Its light metal dial is signed 'STANDARD' below the 12 o'clock position and displays black Arabic numerals, an outer minute track, blued-steel spade hands, and a subsidiary seconds dial at 6 o'clock. The seller describes the manual-wind movement as a 7-jewel, nickel-finished three-quarter plate mechanism signed 'New York Standard Watch Co., USA – 7 Jewels – 1011223' with an F–S regulator.
Evidence at a glance
- Linked sources
- 1
- Photograph views
- 1
- Catalogue references
- 0
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Technical characteristics
- Era
- Circa 1910–1920
- Type
- Open-face watch
- Maker
- New York Standard Watch Co.
- Jewels
- 7 Jewels
- Diameter
- Approx. 51mm
- Movement Type
- Manual-wind, lever escapement
- Place recorded
- United States
- Maker / attribution
- New York Standard Watch Co.
- Movement Serial Number
- 1011223
Design
- Visible features
- • Light-colored metal dial featuring black Arabic numerals and an outer minute track. • Dial is signed 'STANDARD' beneath 12 o'clock. • Subsidiary seconds register positioned at 6 o'clock. • Blued-steel hands including a spade hour hand and subsidiary seconds hand. • Gold-tone case showing engraved foliate patterning on the pendant bow and bezel rim. • Surface pitting and light patination visible across the dial.
- Dial and Case Configuration
- The open-face pocket watch features a light-colored metal dial bordered by an outer minute track and black Arabic numerals. The dial is signed "Standard" below the 12 o'clock position and includes a subsidiary seconds register positioned at 6 o'clock. Visible hands include blued-steel spade-style hands and a small subsidiary seconds hand. Direct observation and the catalog note surface patina, pitting, and minor age marks across the dial. The case measures approximately 51 mm in diameter and is executed in gold-tone metal. Decorative embellishments include floral engraving along the bezel and bow. The listing notes mild surface wear, scratches, and patination on the case, but records no structural damage or major dents.
- Condition and Source Limitations
- The auction house assessed the condition as "Fair to good," recording dial aging, minor wear, and surface scratches and patina on the case. Critically, the seller notes that the movement was "not tested for running condition" and the watch was offered strictly as-is. Mechanical functionality, timekeeping capability, and gear train integrity remain unverified. Additionally, the case composition is recorded non-specifically as "gold-tone metal." The listing does not record any precious metal hallmarks, gold-filled designations, or specific base metal alloys.
- Reported Movement Specifications
- The internal mechanism is not visible in the primary listing photograph, and all movement specifications derive solely from the auction house description. The seller reports a manual-wind, lever escapement mechanism configured in a three-quarter plate layout with a nickel finish and fine engine turning. It is described as having a bimetallic balance wheel and an index regulator marked "F – S (Fast/Slow)". According to the listing, the movement bridges carry the inscription "New York Standard Watch Co., USA – 7 Jewels – 1011223." The catalog dates the timepiece to circa 1910–1920, attributing the construction to New York Standard Watch Co. in New Jersey, USA.
Identification
- Serial number
- 1011223
- 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: The auction house notes that the movement was not tested for running condition and the watch was offered as-is.
- Research required: Internal movement details and serial number are taken from the catalog description as the caseback is closed in the primary photograph.
- Research required: Case composition is described non-specifically as gold-tone metal without precious metal purity marks noted.