DESCRIPTION:
E. Howard & Co., Boston, Mass., series III, N size, 15 jewels, key wind and set gilt plate movement with lever escapement, cut bimetallic balance, gold timing screws and whiplash micrometric regulator in a gold filled, hinged back and bezel, engraved, open face case, with Roman numeral, single sunk, white enamel dial, blued steel spade hands, serial #25103, c1870.
CONDITION:
CASE: Cuvette with shallow dent; Fine scratches on outer surface of case; Fine scratches on inner surface of case; Bow with brassing; Pendant with spot of brassing. DIAL: Tiny flake at edge, 12:00; Small flake on seconds bit. HANDS: Replaced hour and minute. MOVEMENT PLATES: A few minor scratches on plate; Discoloration and staining from fingerprints; Bright work with a few spots of oxide. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Not running, fourth wheel and pinion missing, otherwise complete and with good balance staff.
ESTIMATE:
$600
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$800
PRICE SOLD:
$450
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