Pocket watch identification and value guide learn about jewels, adjustments, and top brands. Antique pocket watches 18801889 year of manufacture for sale. Check out gordon converses appraisal of a 1889 waltham pocket watch, in vintage oklahoma city. The waltham watch company, also known as the american waltham watch co. Sidestepping any debate over which one was most beautiful, it is suffice to say that walthams model 92 would be included with the finalists in any. Organized by three associates in the mid19th century, the waltham watch company experienced a cloaked early history, as its founders did not want their design innovations to. Finding the value of a waltham or any collectible watch needs to take into account many factors. New listing 14k gold pocket watch american waltham full hunter case 11j 6s 1892. Waltham open face antique pocket watches 18801889 year of.
New listing 14k gold pocket watch american waltham full hunter case 11j 6s 1892 enameled. Antique waltham pocket watch gold movement white dial vintage for parts repair. Buy waltham pocket watches and get the best deals at the lowest prices on ebay. Get the best deals on antique pocket watches 18801889 year of. Waltham 14 karat gold 1920s pocket watch antique sage. In 1907 the company name changed to waltham watch co. The riverside was made in relatively low volumes with only 4080 being produced in total february 1897 to june 1899. Well, theres usually not much i can tell people without actually seeing the watch, but if someone knows the watchs serial. Waltham pocket watches have been around for more than 150 years and are a collectors item. New listing waltham, antique pocket watch usa made. Value of a waltham watch co ps bartlett pocket watch.
The waltham model 1857 was the first made in the year 1857 and in years prior to that year,pocket watches were not made of standard parts and there was a difficulty in. Wwco, in 1923 briefly to the waltham watch and clock company and finally in 1925 to the waltham watch company wwc. Antique waltham pocket watch movement white dial for parts repair old estate. Waltham 14k yellow gold pocket watch octogan shaped case. Pocket watch identification and value guide the spruce crafts. In the beginning of 2003, a few waltham collectors, including tom mcintyre and myself began development of the waltham database. Pocket watch information custom engraved swiss pocket.
Waltham pocket watch, porcelain face marked ford model t, size 18, swing out movement, lever set, crystal cracked, sn 40204 c. The data shown is a combination of information from the waltham handwritten. Well, theres usually not much i can tell people without actually seeing the watch, but if someone knows the watchs serial number i can usually at. The movement is signed american, waltham, watch co. American waltham case serial numbers torrentssuper9s diary. They initially outfitted space for design and manufacturing in howards clock factory in roxbury, massachusetts, a community. Get the best deals on waltham open face antique pocket watches 18801889 year of manufacture when you shop the largest online.
By continuing to use this site you consent to the use of cookies on your device as described in our cookie policy unless you have disabled them. This difficult to find waltham pocket watch was made by the waltham watch company of waltham, ma in 1885. Value of a waltham watch co ps bartlett pocket watch manufactured about 1891 answered by a verified antique expert we use cookies to give you the best possible experience on our website. It is lever set but with the lever in the 11oclock position. Discover fantastic waltham pocket watches on chrono24 the worldwide marketplace for luxury watches large selection secure purchases. Like any other collectors items, the oldest and rarest pieces are the most valuable, so it is important to know as much information as you can about a watch before buying or selling it. Waltham pocket watch for sale in uk view 64 bargains. Get the best deals on waltham pocket watches 18901899 when you shop the largest online selection at.
This had the combined effects of increasing productivity and lowering the prices of waltham s watches to its customers. Grade, model 1883, hunting style mens pocket watch. Waltham pocket watch 70698 14k white porcelain dial 54mm. Waltham silver pocket watch no reserve price a wonderful antique american silver pocket watch, clear flat original mineral lense. Known for fantastic movement designs and beautiful raised gold jewel settings. The companys historic 19thcentury manufacturing facilities in waltham, massachusetts have been preserved as the american waltham watch company. Remember, the serial number being referred to is the serial number on the movement i. The best way to find the value of a waltham watch is to take the watch to a professional and qualified watch dealer and valuer. If youre buying or selling a car, its not enough just to know that its an old ford. The serial number 3097487 allows you to date this watch. Get the best deals on waltham pocket watches 1880 1889 when you shop the largest online selection at. The movement is protected by an inner hinged cover. Buy 1890 original antique waltham gold tone pocket watch and other pocket watches at.
There are only a handful of these in existence today. Their vision was to form a watch company that could produce highquality watches at a lower cost using interchangeable parts. It has a gorgeous motherofpearl dial with original breguet hands and was sold in full working order. The serial number can be used to estimate the date of products, helping you to obtain an estimate for its value. Also commonly referred to as the waltham watch company, the american waltham watch company was the first watch company to mass produce watches in america and is generally considered to be the most important american watch company. How to identify a waltham pocket watch our pastimes. Great savings free delivery collection on many items. Waltham silver grade nickel model 1868 pocket watch at 1stdibs. Make offer a silver waltham pocket watch with traveler movement c. Waltham watch company was the first watchmaker to massproduce watch movements on an assembly line. Save waltham pocket watch value to get email alerts and updates on your ebay feed. If you dont know what your watch is, theres no possible way to know what its worth. How to determine the value of a pocket watch catawiki. Waltham horloges alle prijzen voor waltham horloges op chrono24.
W american waltham century silver case swings out pocket watch. Antique vintage waltham pocket watch circa 1886 15j 18 size. How to determine value of waltham watches lovetoknow. American waltham pocket watch, size 18, in worn gold filled 20 year case with foliate engraving, works with safety pinion, sn 4549545 mfg. Welcome to the nawcc american pocket watch message board. This very attractive, openface 1920s pocket watch was manufactured by the well regarded waltham watch company, based in waltham, massachusetts.
This had the combined effects of increasing productivity and lowering the prices of walthams watches to its customers. Pocket watch information custom engraved swiss pocket watches. Figured id show the movement, its engraving is beautiful. In order to find out waltham watches values, a valuer will consider the following. Sidestepping any debate over which one was most beautiful, it is suffice to say that waltham s model 92 would be included with the finalists in any. Riverside and it has the serial number 6031568 which dates it back to around 1898. Waltham model 1889 grade j, 7 jewel hunting case pocket watch l3318. It is in its original silver case and in excellent condition 58mm diameter. Get notified well let you know when another one like it comes in. New listing beautiful waltham 18s pocket watch sterling silver engraved case serviced. In 1849 aaron lufkin dennison, edward howard and david davis formed a company with a plan to use machinery to manufacture watch movement parts so precisely that they would become fully interchangeable. They were made between 1851 and 1957 in waltham, massachusetts. New listing antique 14k solid gold diamond waltham pocket watch 10. The watch has a stemwinding 17 jewel movement which is working nicely.
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This is a waltham 10k goldfilled pocket watch in working order. It should have given waltham an immediate and early edge. A good quality full plate mechanism signed by makers. Jul 18, 2012 the waltham model 1857 is a watch made by the american watch co. Due to the fact that i own a lot of waltham pocket watches i. Tiny amount of wear and tear see pic so you dont actually see as not visible from front or side. Info, specs, and value american antique pocket watches, with serial number lookups for manufacturers such as elgin, illinois, waltham, and hamilton. See todays waltham pocket watches for sale, best offer and auction. Two groups of highquality watches were produced by the company for orders placed by the canadian pacific railway. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. The triplehinged, solid 14 karat yellow gold case of this 1920s pocket watch was made by the keystone watch case company.
With financial backing from samuel curtis, of smallarms. The waltham model 1857 is a watch made by the american watch co. Model 1883 with ps bartlett movement from circa 18931894. The waltham pocket watch is equally celebrated and is part of the companys history from its very beginning. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you. Waltham vintage waltham hand winding white dial crystal sticks. Our wide selection is eligible for free shipping and free returns. My first waltham was a vanguard model railroad style watch, 16 size, 23 jewels. American waltham watch company waltham watch company waltham, massachusetts. Find best value and selection for your 1894 1895 waltham pocket watches new keystone cases serial watches new keystone cases serial number american waltham. There are many individuals and companies that specialize in vintage and antique watches. This is a very rare nickel movement american watch co. The waltham watch company, also known as the american watch company, made over 40 million watches, clocks and other precision implements between the years of 1850 and 1957. The american waltham watch company had its beginnings in 1850 in roxbury, massachusetts.
Dec 10, 2015 platinum round open face pocket watch, sides set case and swivel, with round single cut diamonds, total weight 0. Jan 10, 20 i purchased a waltham pocket watch online, and the serial on it dates it to 1890. New listing gold 1916 waltham 17 jewel sidewinder pocket watch 12s grade no. I want to give good service to a client who brought this in, but dont have any background in vintage pocket watches. Find waltham and illinois from a vast selection of pocket watches. The hands are particularly delicate making this pocket watch quite a dainty and delightful piece. Waltham appleton tracy 17jewels white arabic dial 18 size.
This serial number will tell a little about the watch and is useful information to know when looking to find out the value of a waltham watch. American waltham 1889 pocket watch liveauctioneers. The waltham model 1857 was the first made in the year 1857 and in years prior to that year, pocket watches were not made of standard parts and there was a difficulty in. Antique waltham 17 jewels pocket watch 1892 silverine with chain estate find. Antique 1898 waltham riverside full hunter pocket watch. Organized by three associates in the mid19th century, the waltham watch company experienced a cloaked early history, as its founders did not want their design innovations to leak to the public. Boston private jewelers estate watches vintage pocket. This identifies the watch as being made by the american waltham watch co. I purchased a waltham pocket watch online, and the serial on it dates it to 1890. New listing rare 1904 waltham royal 17 jewel 12 size solid 14k gold pocket watch no reserve. History of the american waltham watch company waltham, ma. Unusual carved and pierced movement marked waltham 17 jewel, adjusted to temperature, ruby, numbered 25,757,4xx. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Welcome to the waltham model 1892 research website during the heyday of the american pocket watch, many beautiful watches were made by the truly gifted and skilled watchmakers of this country.
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