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Running Waltham KW Civil War Pocket Watch C1863. C E Hale Silver Hunter Case

Estimated price for orientation: 1 695 $

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Description
Brand: Waltham Boston Mass Movement: key wind from back, key set from front
Year of Manufacture: 1860-1869 MPN: Does Not Apply
Material: Silver Serial Number: 50,9xx
Closure: Full Hunter Model: William Ellery
Features: 12-Hour Dial, Enameled Dial Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Escapement Type: Lever


Running 18S Waltham, Boston, Mass  key wind/key set  Civil War William Ellery Pocket Watch made in 1863 according to factory records of serial numbers (50,9xx). Key is included.  Housed in a  C E Hale Silver Hunter Case. There are no case marks that would indicate another movement was ever housed in this case. Note that Charles Everet  Hale was a well known pocket watch case maker in the late 1850s on. He made many cases for Howard movements. Beautifully engraved on the front cover is a well-done American eagle that is totally reflective of the patriotic fervor of the mid Civil War period. Movement has 7 jewels and is good running order. I serviced the watch about 30 years ago when I was doing watch repairs. Has been in my own personal  collection since then. A few very minor small "dings" to cover.....does not at all detract. The factory records show that the William Ellery model was especially designed for military men during the Civil War era and beyond. Dial is perfect.....I can see no hairlines or chips. Also perfect is the crystal.  Front cover is serviced by a strong lifter spring and readily opens when the cover release is depressed. Movement screws have their original bright fire blue. An exceptionally nice watch that would enhance any American Civil War collection. I have owned and enjoyed it for many years but it's now time to let someone else do the same.  Shipping by USPS Priority Mail signature required. Please see all photographs and ask any questions prior to buying as return only if not as described and must be in the same condition as sent.