Waltham pocket watch with revolving seconds. With Box c1930

Waltham pocket watch with revolving seconds. With Box c1930

Code: 4.85

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This vintage Waltham pocket watch is in the typical Art Deco style with an elegant slim profile white gold filled case and an unusual dial which has a partially revealed disc which as it revolves indicates the seconds. The watch also comes in a stunning box from the period.

Movement – the nickel bridge movement has a lever escapement with a compensated balance, a micrometer regulator and is decorated with damascening. The movement is signed “A.W.W.Co, Waltham, USA, Adjusted, 17 Jewels” # 27144594. The movement is in 995 mint condition – superb condition

Case – the movement comes in a 14K white gold filled case by Waltham which has a hinged back and a snap on bezel. The case has carved edges and a striped engraving on the back with a small monogram for APG. The case is in 95% mint condition – superb condition

Dial – the silvered dial has a pair of fancy blue steel hands and raised gilt numbers. The dial has a brushed outer chapter ring with a polished centre. The dial has a partially revealed disc which as it rotates indicated the seconds. The dial is signed “Waltham” and is in 99% mint condition – again superb

The watch has a mineral glass

The watch measures 44mm wide x 9mm deep

The watch is stem wound / stem set

The watch comes in a superb plush blue velvet box with gold metal trim. The inside is lined with silk and is signed “Waltham. First American Watch”