William Henry Sparrow 9ct yellow gold half hunter pocket watch
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
1924
This half hunter pocket watch, produced in 1924, is signed by William Henry Sparrow and features a 9ct yellow gold case measuring 46mm in diameter. The white enamel dial is marked with black printed Roman numerals and an external minute track, complemented by blue-tempered steel spade-style hands.
A sub-dial for seconds is positioned at the six o'clock mark. The watch is powered by a manual-wind movement. The auction description notes that the item is catalogued under the reference 2987 by the seller. No information is provided regarding the watch's internal components, such as the calibre, nor does the documentation include accessories or a history of recent service or repair.
Evidence at a glance
- Linked sources
- 1
- Photograph views
- 1
- Catalogue references
- 0
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Technical characteristics
- Date
- 1924
- Type
- Hunter-case watch
- Maker
- William Henry Sparrow
- Case diameter
- 46mm
- Case material
- 9ct yellow gold
- Movement type
- Manual
- Maker / attribution
- William Henry Sparrow
Design
- Case and Dial
- The watch is housed in a 9ct yellow gold case with a half hunter configuration. The case measures 46mm in diameter and includes an external front cover with a circular aperture. Through this opening, a portion of the dial is visible, specifically the chapter ring featuring printed black Roman numerals. The interior dial is finished in white enamel and incorporates a secondary seconds sub-dial located at the six o'clock position. The time is indicated by blue-tempered steel hands, designed in a spade style, which contrast with the white dial surface. The layout includes an outer minute track encompassing the Roman numeral hour markers.
- Visible features
- • Case is made of 9ct yellow gold • Front cover aperture displays Roman numerals • Sub-seconds dial located at 6 o'clock position • Blue steel spade hands are present
- Movement and Function
- The timekeeping mechanism is identified as a manual-wind movement. The available information does not specify the manufacturer of the movement or its calibre, and the seller has not provided details regarding its performance or technical specifications. No data is provided regarding the watch's accuracy, power reserve, or last recorded service date, and such information should be obtained directly from the seller to confirm current operational status.
- Documentation and Identifiers
- The object is recorded under the inventory reference number 2987 by the seller. This identifier is specific to the catalogue listing and does not serve as a factory serial or calibre number. The watch is attributed to the year 1924, and the provided details are consistent with the summary provided by the seller, Somlo. There is no accompanying literature, original packaging, or documentation regarding ownership history provided with this piece.
Identification
- Serial number
- 2987
- 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 mechanical condition and calibre details are not documented
- Research required: Provenance and ownership history are unknown