#185 • Seth Thomas, Grade 248, 21J, 18S, very rare

Part of 261105 - "W for Watches" Watches, Jewelry & Coins - October 29 - November 5 (timed auction by Jones & Horan Auctions)

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Bidding closes Nov 5, 2026 2:32 PM EST

APW - Seth Thomas, Grade 248, 21J, 18S, gold-filled OF recase, white enamel DS dial, SW-LS, narrow stripe pattern nickel damascene, s#221564. Currently in need of overhaul for running condition, but a notably rare watch deserving of a restoration - Eric Unselt's Seth Thomas website notes the total production of the Grade 248 as only about 150 made. CONDITION: Mvt: NR, fully wound, balance is gummy, overhaul needed, fine-plus cosmetic mvt condition overall, bright lustrous surfaces, scattered fine to micro-fine scratches, area between last digit of s# and adjacent edge of balance wheel with some abrasions; dial segments appear likely to have been re-secured with glue having slight unevenness to seating and what appears to be some bits of glue evident at seating, dial with curved fracture between 7 an d8, edge chip at 9:30, short edge hl near 5; fine hands, minute with oxide and finish loss to tip; case shows substantial wera, sharp deep dent to rear at lower-right, additional lesser dents and dings elsewhere, no engine turning detail remains, wear to brass to band, pendant, and in strips to bezel and rear perimeter; brassy bow pivots freely, crown shows medium wear and has excessive amount of up/down play; glass crystal with scattered scratches, flakes, and nicks. Estimate: $200 - $400 JH-77940