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Three Colour Gold American Pocket Watch – Circa 1880

Signed Royal Am. Watch Co. Waltham, Mass. – Patent Pinion Woerls Patents
Date of Manufacture: Circa 1880
Diameter: 44 mm
Condition: Good

Original price was: £2,530.00.Current price is: £2,145.00.

The "Three Colour Gold‌ American‍ Pocket‌ Watch ​- ‌Circa 1880" is a‍ stunning testament to⁤ the craftsmanship and elegance of late 19th-century timepieces, offering both historical significance and exquisite design. This ‍remarkable pocket watch, crafted with a unique three-colour gold full hunter case, embodies ‌the ​sophistication of its era, making ​it a coveted collector's item. ​At⁤ its heart lies a meticulously​ engineered nickelled three-quarter plate⁣ keyless movement with a going barrel, complemented by​ a plain ​cock with a polished steel regulator, ⁤a ⁣compensation‍ balance with a blue steel spiral hairspring, ⁣and a club ⁤foot ⁤lever escapement.‍ The ‌watch's​ white enamel dial, adorned with Roman numerals and a subsidiary seconds dial, is signed and perfectly complemented by the graceful blue steel hands that enhance its‍ timeless aesthetic. The⁢ 18-carat full hunter case is a visual masterpiece, featuring a captivating shell design on both lids, ⁤embellished⁤ with⁤ applied ‍three-colour gold decorations, and‍ a small vacant⁤ oval ⁢cartouche at the base of the front‍ cover, adding a touch of personalized charm. The watch's inner workings are safeguarded ⁢by a plain ​gold cuvette, ensuring its⁢ longevity​ and functionality.​ Signed⁣ by the Royal American Watch Co. in Waltham, Massachusetts, and marked by Woerls Patents, ⁣this pocket watch, ‌with a diameter⁣ of 44 mm, is in good condition‌ and stands‍ as a beautiful piece of ⁣artistry, reflecting the elegance and ‌precision of its time. With its decorative case in excellent condition, this watch not only serves⁣ as a functional timepiece but also‌ as a magnificent work of art, capturing the essence​ of‌ a bygone era.

This is a beautiful late 19th Century American lever pocket watch with a unique three colour gold full hunter case. The watch features a nickelled three quarter plate keyless movement with a going barrel. It has a plain cock with a polished steel regulator, a compensation balance with a blue steel spiral hairspring, and a club foot lever escapement.

The white enamel dial is signed and has a subsidiary seconds dial and Roman numerals. The watch also boasts blue steel hands, which add to its elegant aesthetic. The 18 carat full hunter case is truly eye-catching, with both lids decorated in a shell design and adorned with applied three colour gold decoration. There is a small vacant oval cartouche at the base of the front cover, adding an additional touch of charm. The inner workings of the watch are protected by a plain gold cuvette.

Overall, this watch is not only a functional timepiece but also a beautiful piece of artistry. The decorative case is in excellent condition, further enhancing its appeal.

Signed Royal Am. Watch Co. Waltham, Mass. - Patent Pinion Woerls Patents
Date of Manufacture: Circa 1880
Diameter: 44 mm
Condition: Good

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