Pocket Watch Auction
Fri, Sep 24, 2021 09:00AM EDT
Lot 211
Two English Silver Pocket Watches
Estimate: $200 - $400
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $25 |
| $100 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $200 |
| $3,000 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,000 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
50.5mm open face case, English hallmarks, sterling silver case, key wound, Fusee movement, 101.5 grams; 50mm open face case, dial marked "J. W. Benson, London," inside case stamped "J.W.B" and with English hallmarks, silver case, movement marked "The Ludgate Watch, J.W. Benson, Patent No. 4658, Best London Make, By Warrant to H.M. the Queen, Ludgate Hill, London, No. 41649," 125 grams
Provenance: A Virginia Collector
Condition
50.5mm case, seconds hand moving and keeping time when inspected, small crack to dial near six o'clock, tarnish, wear, scratches, no key; 50mm case, not able to wind, seconds hand not moving and not keeping time when inspected, dirt under crystal, heavy tarnish, dents, wear and scratches
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