Waltham Sterling Silver Key-Wind Open-Face Pocket Watch
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
circa 1916
This Waltham pocket watch is an open-face, key-wind, and key-set timepiece dating to circa 1916. The watch is housed in a sterling silver case measuring 53 mm in diameter, which features a double-hinged construction and an internal dust cover also made of sterling silver.
The rear of the case is decorated with traditional engine-turning and includes a blank shield cartouche. The dial is composed of white enamel and displays black Roman numerals, a recessed subsidiary seconds dial at the six o'clock position, and blued steel hands. Internally, the movement is signed 'Am. Watch Co.' and features decorative industrial engraving on the bridges. The watch includes two vintage keys used for winding and setting the time.
According to the source, the timepiece is in working condition, and the case shows some natural wear to the engine-turning consistent with its age.
Evidence at a glance
- Linked sources
- 1
- Photograph views
- 1
- Catalogue references
- 0
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Technical characteristics
- Date
- circa 1916
- Type
- Open-face watch
- Maker
- Waltham (Am. Watch Co.)
- Diameter
- 53 mm
- Hallmarks
- Birmingham
- Case material
- Sterling Silver
- Dial Material
- White enamel
- Movement Grade
- AM W CO
- Place recorded
- United States
- Winding/Setting
- Key wind / Key set
- Maker / attribution
- Waltham
Design
- Movement
- The movement is signed 'Am. Watch Co.', referring to the American Watch Company of Waltham, Massachusetts. The movement functions via a key-wind and key-set mechanism, and two original vintage keys are included with the watch. The auction description reports that the movement is in good working order, though no specific information regarding recent maintenance or service intervals is provided.
- Dial and Hands
- The dial is crafted from white enamel, maintaining a classical appearance. It is signed with the 'Waltham' name and features black Roman numerals to indicate the hours. A separate, recessed subsidiary seconds dial is located at the 6 o'clock position. The time is displayed via original blued steel hands, which contrast against the white enamel surface.
- Visible features
- • Case back features a decorative engine-turned pattern with a blank central shield • Movement bridges exhibit industrial engraving patterns • Subsidiary seconds dial positioned at six o'clock • Accompanied by two distinct vintage winding and setting keys
- Case and Exterior
- The watch is presented in an open-face sterling silver case with a diameter of 53 mm. It features a double-hinged design, which includes an internal silver dust cover intended to protect the movement from debris. The exterior of the back cover is ornamented with a traditional engine-turned finish, featuring a central shield cartouche that remains blank and unengraved. According to the auction description, the case is marked with hallmarks originating from Birmingham, England, although these marks are not identifiable in the provided photographs.
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: Service history is not documented in the provided source
- Research required: The source mentions Birmingham hallmarks on the case, which are not clearly visible in the provided photographs