DESCRIPTION:
Illinois Watch Co., Springfield, Illinois, "Franklin", 12 size, 17 jewels, stem wind and set, damascened nickel plate movement with lever escapement, cut bimetallic balance and whiplash micrometric regulator, in a 14 karat, yellow gold, hinged back and bezel open face case with enamel monogram on back, and Arabic numeral metal dial, blued steel spade and whip hands, serial #3180062, 59g TW, c1920.
CONDITION:
CASE: Dents; Fine scratches on outer surface of case; Fine scratches on inner surface of case; Pendant with file marks; Crown replaced; Enamel with minor loss; Precious metal content marked. DIAL: Good. HANDS: Minute with oxidation. MOVEMENT PLATES: Minor scratches on plate; Plate with oxidation; Steel with oxidation; Specks of dirt / dust. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks) .
ESTIMATE:
$400
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$500
PRICE SOLD:
$400
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