Waltham 18-size fancy enamel pocket watch dial
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
Early 20th Century
This horological component is a size 18s fancy pocket watch dial signed Waltham, listed by dealer Atlam Watches. Described by the source as dating to the early 20th century, the circular dial measures 44.6 mm in diameter and is finished in yellow and gold enamel with a white subsidiary seconds register.
It displays black Arabic numerals, an outer border decorated with gilt motifs and dot accents, and a radiating gilt sunburst surrounding the center hole. Positioned at 6 o'clock is a single sunk subsidiary seconds dial. The listing notes dial feet at positions 2, 22, and 39.
Evidence at a glance
- Linked sources
- 1
- Photograph views
- 1
- Catalogue references
- 0
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Technical characteristics
- Type
- Dial
- Finish
- Yellow and gold enamel
- Period
- Early 20th Century
- Diameter
- 44.6mm
- Dial size
- 18s
- Construction
- Single sunk
- Foot positions
- 2, 22, 39
- Maker / attribution
- Waltham
Design
- Visible features
- • Black Arabic numerals for the hour chapter ring • Signed 'WALTHAM.' below the 12 o'clock position • Gilt radiating sunburst motif around the central arbor opening • Single sunk subsidiary seconds dial at 6 o'clock • Gilt bracket borders with black accent dots around the outer rim • Faint vertical hairline crack extending downward through the 12 o'clock numeral toward the center arbor
- Condition and Mounting
- The dealer identifies dial feet at positions 2, 22, and 39. Verification of these mounting points is not possible from the provided source images. The condition is described as '95% mint', with a noted 'very faint hairline' extending from the 12 o'clock position toward the center.
- Object Identity and Documentation
- This horological component is described as an 18-size fancy pocket watch dial. It is offered by the dealer Atlam Watches, who attributes the dial to the maker Waltham. The source documentation includes a dealer inventory code and assigns the object to the early 20th century.
- Construction and Decorative Features
- The dial measures 44.6 mm in diameter and is finished in yellow and gold enamel. It features a single sunk subsidiary seconds dial at the 6 o'clock position. The design includes an outer border of gilt motifs with black accent dots, black Arabic numerals, and a radiating gilt sunburst pattern surrounding the center hole.
Identification
- 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: Dial feet are stated by the seller to be at 2, 22, and 39, but the reverse side is not pictured
- Research required: Attribution to Waltham is based on the dial signature and seller listing