A.W Co. WALTHAM Gold Pocket Watch
Gold antique pocket watch in not working condition. The main clock hands are missing and the back gets stuck occasionally when trying to open. It is very heavy and has very detailed inscribing on it. From what research I have done, it is from the early 1900’s. I inherited it from my mother when she passed away (it came from her good friend who had passed before her)..
1.5in diameter
Inherited
Yes
Hi Jenna,
Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry.
When offered at auction, working Waltham pocket watches in such elaborately engraved and chased hunter cases and in otherwise good condition usually bring between $800-1,500, depending on if the case is brass or gold. Ones that are not working and/or lack hands bring a fraction of that - usually not more than $300-500, which comes down the the value of the various metals (brass and possibly gold, it would need to be tested by a jeweler) are probably more valuable than it is as a non-working condition. It may be a case where its sentimental value is higher than its market value.
Based on the photos and information provided, and subject to examination, this is:
An American Waltham Co gold pocket watch
Retailed by RE Robbins, Waltham, MA, early 20th Century
Serial number 2666832, with white enamel dial with Roman numeral chapter rings (lacking hands) and second hand, signed A W Co / Waltham
1-1/2 inches diameter
CONDITION: This watch is not in working condition, lacks hands and may does not open easily.
PROVENANCE: Inherited
$300-500*
*represents a fair-market value for auction purposes; retail or asking price may vary.
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~ Delia
