DESCRIPTION:
Columbus Watch Co., Columbus, Ohio, "Columbus King", 18 size, 23 jewels, stem wind, lever set, adjusted, ornate damascening, nickel plate movement, lever escapement, cut bimetallic balance, gold jewel settings, whiplash micrometric regulator in a yellow gold filled, reeded edge, engine turned and engraved open face case, Arabic numeral, outer red 5-minute markers, double sunk, white enamel dial, signed Columbus King, 23 Jewels, serial #503216,
CONDITION:
CASE: Not original to the movement; Minor dent less than the size of a grain of rice; Minor scratches on outer surface of case; Scratches on inner surface of case; Engine turning / engraving with moderate wear; Bow replaced. DIAL: Excellent, with a few minor scratches. HANDS: Replaced, minute repaired. MOVEMENT PLATES: Minor scratches on plate; Specks of dirt / dust. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks); Balance rim slightly bent. RARITY: This is a one star watch in Gilbert, Engle and Shugart's `Complete Price Guide to Watches`, uncommon, less than 2500 made.
ESTIMATE:
$1800
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$2200
PRICE SOLD:
$800
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