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RARE MINT Hamilton 14K Gold 917 Packard Presentation Pocket Watch Original Box

Estimated price for orientation: 1 995 $

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Condition: Pre-owned: An item that has been used or worn previously. See the seller’s listing for full details and description of any imperfections. See all condition definitions- opens in a new window or tab ... Read moreabout the condition  


Although the Hamilton 917 is not a rare pocket watch this one is unique in that it has on the dial the Packard car logo with the infamous advertising slogan "ASK THE MAN WHO OWNS ONE". This item crosses many collectible categories, pocket watches, automobiles, advertising.This pocket watch was purchased by us from an estate from which a family member was a Packard Auto Dealer in the 1940s to the 1950s.Details:Metal: 14K yellow goldWeight: 53 gramsHands:  gold kiteDial: silver, applied gold numeralsCase back:  plain, no inscriptionCrystal: original glassCase size:  12Movement:  grade 917 - 17 jewel - adjusted 3 positionsAge:  Circa 1940sCondition:  We grade this watch as mint, taking into consideration the age. It appears to have never been worn and was kept in its original box.  There are no signs of wear and only miniscule scratches on the case back and on the crystal at 11 o'clock. The watch is all original with no replacement parts. We feel confident calling this lovely piece LIKE NEW.INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING is available via Fedex International Priority only. Therefore we will only ship to areas serviced by Fedex. Shipping rates are fairly reasonable to most countries and is provided with insurance and door to door tracking. PLEASE CONTACT ME BEFORE BIDDING to see if we will ship to your area.