ANTQ 18s STERLING SILVER WALTHAM 15J HUNTER CASE LEVER SET POCKETWATCH~KEEPS TIME. Item Is Pre-Owned; Item Is Sold "AS IS"; Shipped USPS Ground Advantage. Signature Confirmation will be required for this item.
The present auction features a substantial, heavy, 18 size, signed Waltham, sterling silver, full hunter pocket watch. Quality is evident in the detail expended in the design of the engine turned case with coin edging and uninscribed cartouche. There are very minor nicks and light surface marks but far less than one would expect on a watch of this age. A firm push of the crown opens the front lid revealing a issue-less crystal and dial. The white porcelain dial features a black outer minuets track; Roman numerals mark the hours and there is a subsidiary seconds dial at six o'clock. Manufactured circa 1877, the model 1857, 15 jewel, stem wound, lever set, gilt movement currently winds, set and keeps good time. However, one hundred percent accuracy is not guaranteed, nor should it be expected. If optimal timekeeping is required, a cleaning and adjustment is recommended. Accompanying the timepiece is the leather chain shown in the pictures. This exceptional antique timepiece will be a wonderful addition to your collection.
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