Waltham American Riverside Pocket Watch with Fob and Charms – 1897

Creator: American Waltham Watch Co.
Case Material: 14k Gold
Weight: 39.8 pennyweight
Place of Origin: United States
Period: 1880-1889
Date of Manufacture: 1897
Condition: Good

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Step back in time and embrace⁣ the elegance of a bygone era with the Waltham American​ Riverside Pocket Watch with ⁤Fob and Charms, a stunning ladies'⁢ heirloom timepiece crafted in 1897 by‍ the esteemed Waltham American Watch Company. ⁣This exquisite pocket‍ watch, ‌made from 14K yellow gold, is a⁢ true‍ testament to meticulous craftsmanship, featuring intricate hand-engraving on both the front and back. Complementing its beauty is a 14K yellow gold double fob with twin curb chains, one⁤ adorned with a charming puffed heart ⁣and the other with a⁢ decorative ball charm, enhancing ‍its unique allure. With a size of 6S, 17 jewels, and bearing the serial ‍number 6031376, this ⁢watch boasts a 3/4 split plate acid-etched ‍movement ⁤encased in an R & F case⁢ numbered 34115, and a 1-1/2 inch diameter. The​ watch face, with its enamel⁤ white background, Roman‌ numerals, and subsidiary second-hand ‌dial, exudes timeless elegance. Despite a slight crack in the‌ enamel between numbers 5 and 8 and a small indent on the ball charm, both consistent with its age, the timepiece remains in good condition⁢ and working order, ⁢preserving its​ original ⁤charm⁤ and historic significance. Weighing ⁣39.8 pennyweight and originating from ⁤the United States, this ⁣vintage treasure from the period of 1880-1889 is a perfect addition to any collection,‌ offering a piece of history that is sure to impress.

Experience a piece of history with this exceptional ladies' heirloom timepiece crafted by the Waltham American Watch Company. This exquisite pocket watch is a true work of art, made of 14K yellow gold, meticulously hand-engraved on both the back and the front. Attached to the watch is a 14K yellow gold double fob with twin curb chains - one finished with a charming puffed heart, and the other with a decorative ball charm, adding to its beauty and uniqueness.

Produced in 1897, this Waltham American Riverside pocket watch has a size of 6S, features 17 jewels, and bears the serial number 6031376. It has a 3/4 split plate acid etched movement in an R & F case with the number 34115 and a 1-1/2 inch diameter. The watch face boasts an enamel white background with Roman numerals and a subsidiary second-hand dial, adding to its timeless elegance.

The timepiece is in good condition and working order, perfectly preserving its original charm and historic significance. There is a slight crack in the enamel between the numbers 5 and 8 on the face and a small indent on the ball charm, both consistent with the watch's age, adding to the unique character of this vintage watch. Add this stunning piece to your collection and enjoy a timeless treasure that is sure to impress.

Creator: American Waltham Watch Co.
Case Material: 14k Gold
Weight: 39.8 pennyweight
Place of Origin: United States
Period: 1880-1889
Date of Manufacture: 1897
Condition: Good

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