Waltham Hunting Case Pocket Watch
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
circa 1900
This is a 14k gold hunting case pocket watch manufactured by the American Waltham Watch Co., dating to approximately 1900. The watch is designed in a size 6, which is attributed as a women's or small size, with a case diameter of 38 mm.
The exterior lid features an engraved moon and star motif accented with diamonds; the source indicates that the diamonds are arranged to allow light to pass through when the cover is opened. The watch is powered by a Model 1890 caliber movement with 15 jewels, featuring a three-quarter nickel plate with decorative finishing and a Breguet hairspring. The dial is white with black Roman numerals, black spade-style hands, and a subsidiary seconds dial located at the six o'clock position.
The inner dust cover is constructed of 14k gold.
Evidence at a glance
- Linked sources
- 1
- Photograph views
- 1
- Catalogue references
- 0
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Technical characteristics
- Date
- circa 1900
- Dial
- White
- Size
- Size 6
- Type
- Hunter-case watch
- Maker
- Waltham
- Jewel count
- 15
- Case material
- 14k gold
- Movement model
- Model 1890
- Place recorded
- United States
- Maker / attribution
- Waltham
Design
- Dial and Hands
- The watch features a white dial characterized by black Roman numerals. The time is indicated by black spade-style hands. A separate subsidiary seconds dial is located at the six o'clock position on the dial face. The auction description reports that the dial is in an excellent, mint condition.
- Visible features
- • Case lid decorated with moon and star motif containing diamonds • Movement marked 'Safety Barrel' and 'American Waltham Watch Co.' • White dial with subsidiary seconds at six o'clock • Three-quarter plate nickel movement with engraved decoration
- Movement and Construction
- The timepiece is powered by the Waltham Model 1890 movement. It is a 15-jewel movement built with a three-quarter nickel plate that features decorative finishing. The escapement incorporates a Breguet hairspring. The movement is marked with the serial number 9976037 and the inscription 'Safety Barrel'. The source states that the movement performs in a smooth manner.
- Case and Aesthetic Details
- The watch is housed in a 14k gold hunting case measuring 38 mm in diameter. The cover of the case is engraved with a moon and star motif, which is set with diamonds. According to the source, the diamonds are positioned such that light transmits through the cover design when it is in the open position. The watch includes an internal dust cover constructed from 14k gold. The source notes that there are mild indentations and signs of wear on the front and back of the gold case, which are attributed to the age of the object.
Identification
- Serial number
- 9976037
- 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 exact origin and quality of the diamonds are unverified
- Research required: Internal mechanics and timekeeping accuracy have not been independently tested