#191 • Boston Watch Co, Samuel Curtis, serial #482

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 2:35 PM EST

APW - Boston Watch Co (Waltham predecessor), Samuel Curtis, Roxbury, serial #482, 15J, 17S, silver OF 18S recase bearing Birmingham hallmarks for 1884, white enamel dial, KWKS (a key is included with this lot as pictured), diamond endstone, gilt mvt, s#704. A historically important early watch, the Samuel Curtis was produced by Waltham's predecessor the Boston Watch Co. while at their original Roxbury location, and in total approximately 900 were made with serial numbers ranging between about 100 and 1000. CONDITION: Mvt: NR, fully wound, balance will tick weakly if some excess pressure is added at winding arbor, overhaul needed, fine cosmetic mvt condition overall, barrel bridge with rows of concentric circular abrasions surrounding winding arbor and extending as far as barrel bridge perimeter edge, scattered fine to micro-fine scratches, shim inserted beneath case screw to help secure 17S mvt within 18S case; dial with some scattered small surface nicks and short scratches, small edge flake near 7; fine hands; case shows light wear, a dark overall patina, scattered dings throughout rear and band, engine turning detail reduced with full loss to portions of shoulder; tight bow, push shows medium wear; glass crystal with scattered short scratches. Estimate: $1,500 - $2,500 JH-77829