DESCRIPTION:
J.W. Benson, London, a sterling silver, free sprung pocket watch with chain, 19 jewels, stem wind and pin set gilt plate movement with lever escapement, and cut bimetallic balance with gold timing screws, in a sterling silver, hinged back and snap bezel open face case with London hallmark and date letter for the year 1901, the back with engraved family crest and motto, roman numeral, single sunk white enamel dial, blued steel spade and poker hands, serial #11671, 56mm, with sterling silver, double Albert chain and fob.
CONDITION:
CASE: Tarnish; Minor dings and pin pricks; Fine scratches on outer surface of case; Crystal with tiny surface chip; Precious metal content marked. DIAL: A bit dirty, otherwise very good. HANDS: Very good. MOVEMENT PLATES: A bit dirty, otherwise very good. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks), would benefit from service. Chain and fob with wear.
ESTIMATE:
$350
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$450
PRICE SOLD:
$650
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