#134 • Waltham, Vanguard w/rare dial, 21J, 18S

Part of 260910 - "Dialed In" Watches, Jewelry & Coins - September 3 - September 10 (timed auction by Jones & Horan Auctions)

High bid $1,100.00

Status: Sold

APW - Waltham, Vanguard with rare dial, 21J, Model 1892, 18S, silver OF recase with beautiful rose gold locomotive to rear with restored engraving detail, name engraved inside rear, unusual white enamel DS dial with staggered marginal minute numerals with an inner odd numbered chapter and outer even numbered chapter, marked "Pat Appl'd For" above seconds-register, SW-LS, fully capped lever escapement, diamond endstone, nickel damascene, gilt regulator assembly, s#11009520. This watch is highlighted by its rare and eye-catching dial, this very unusual dial style is believed to have been designed by Waltham Watch Co. President Ezra C. Fitch. CONDITION: Mvt: Running, slightly stiff to set, excellent cosmetic mvt condition overall, bright lustrous plates, few short fine scratches near case screw and signature, areas of oxide to larger winding wheel and some scattered smaller spots elsewhere to steelwork; dial nearly flawless in visible portion with few scattered short micro-fine scratches, few scattered tiny edge flakes under bezel; case shows ample wear but has had its engraving detail restored, few mild dings and small nicks to band, restored engraving detail is superb; tight brass replacement bow, crown shows medium wear; good glass crystal. Estimate: $700 - $1,000 JH-79386