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ONE OF A KIND, RARE 1880s 18K GOLD ELGIN Hunter Antique Pocket Watch APPRAISED

Estimated price for orientation: 2 200 $

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Description
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 Brand: W.P & H
Serial Number: 717270 Year of Manufacture: 1880-1889
Number of Jewels: 15 Jewels Material: Solid Gold
Pocket Watch Size: 6 Closure: Double Hunter
Model: 1 Features: 12-Hour Dial, Arabic Numerals, Chronograph
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States Movement: Mechanical (Automatic)


ONE OF A KIND-- Custom made piece from W.P.&H Goldsmiths, produced in NY, USA, 1880s. Valued at $3,000 USD (minor signs of wear). Authentic Appraisal Done 6/1/17 (See Photos).Amazing Antique 18K Solid Gold Pocket WatchThis beautiful time piece is a one of a kind treasure. It is stunning in person and carries an interesting history. It was custom made in the 1880s for L.L. Npham, by W.P.&H. Jewelers (Wheeler Parsons & Hayes), out of New York, USA. W.P.&H went out of business in the 1930s. You will not find another piece like this one. It is so beautiful and would a make a truly thoughtful and unique gift. It's lovely inlay and unique inscription make it a show stopper time piece. A must have for any collector. Also make a wonderfully thoughtful gift for a loved one. Beautiful in person and in working condition, but needs minor repairs to the enamel casing. An incredible and detailed piece! Description: The item you see pictured is exactly the item you will receive.
Watch is working and keeping time. Mechanical time piece. Solid 18k gold fancy hunter case is beautifully crafted. Case is 42mm in diameter. Dial is lovely with beautiful hour and minute hands, with working chronograph. Inside back cover it is stamped W.H & P 18K. There is also 18K mark inside dust cover. Great condition. Details:
Beautiful 18k gold with bird with flowers of gold and enamel inlay. Breathtaking!Inside left: solid gold, no markingsInside Right: WORKING Elgin 12 hour Roman numeral timepiece with WORKING chronograph. Serial number: 717270, made in Elign, Illinois:15 jewel, estimated production: 1880s
Size: 6s, Grade: 66Extremely rare- estimated 1000 or less createdMechanical WindDouble hunter closureBack Opening Left Side Markings: W.P & H, WARRANTED, 18K, 5369 (Maker's Serial Number), includes 6 barely noticeable jeweler's markings, very interestingBack Opening, Right Side Inscription: L.L.NphamExposing clock workings:Left side: 5369 18KRight Side: Elgin Natl Watch Co., Patent Pinion, 717270