#96 • Waltham, Model 1888m 16S, 10K rose gold

Part of 260402 - "Timeless Treasures" Watches, Jewelry & Coins - March 26 - April 2 (timed auction by Jones & Horan Auctions)

High bid $2,000.00

Status: Sold

APW - Waltham, 11J, Model 1888, 16S, 10K rose gold original OF original case with "Waltham" hallmark indicating "double-stock" composition (14K gold exterior over 8K gold interior, usually net case content is in the approximate range of 10K gold) and with false "14K" marking inside rear having been spuriously (or at least erroneously) added at some point post-production, attractive engraving details to rear, white enamel SS impressed dial, SW-SS, nickel damascene, s#5393619. Gross weight of assembled watch 61.7 dwt (96.0 g). CONDITION: Mvt: NR, winding mechanism not engaging, balance will tick with some pressure added at center wheel, overhaul needed, fine-plus cosmetic mvt condition overall, scattered short fine scratches and some tiny nicks, light oxide to steelwork; dial with clusters of edge hls between 3 and 4 and between 8 and 10, few small edge flakes at center hole; excellent hour hand, fine-plus minute hand with oxide, poor seconds-hand with ample oxide and finish loss; case with file mark and discoloration at lower-right rear shoulder from past testing of gold content, discoloration inside rear from past testing of gold content, case shows very light wear, mild dent to band at 3, few small shallow dents to rear, good engraving detail; tight bow, crown shows little wear; plastic crystal with few short fine scratches. Estimate: $2,000 - $2,400 JH-78154