Grade 610, size 16, material u, 7 jewels, plate 34, balance breguet spring, 18k gold mechanism. Government contract hamilton in the 1940s during ww 2 for their pocket watches and chronometers. Our article on how to tell whether a watch case is gold or gold plated is a good place to start. Hamilton used a date letter instead of numbers to replace the first number of the full serial number on some of their movements. In 1893, the hamilton watch company of lancaster, pennsylvania began producing pocket watches. How to determine value of waltham watches lovetoknow. How to use our vintage watch serial number lookup tables.
If you dont know the service history get it serviced or you could damage a nice watch. Grade 902, model 2, to finishing dept sept 9, 1925. Feel free to leave polite comments or questions in the spaces provided. Get the best deals on hamilton solid gold antique pocket watches when you shop the largest online selection at. Answer a lot depends on the pocket watch such as the year of it the gold value the amount of gold you need to run the sn from then back inside of the watch though a online database, it could. Circa 1916, lever set, adjusted 5 positions, double roller, motor barrel, rr gradeapproved, this is a beautiful hamilton 992 with a perfect double sunk hamilton montgomery railroad dial and a very crisp fahys 14k white gold filled railroad case. In this section, you will find a nice selection of vintage hamilton pocket watches that are typically considered gents size, although in many cases would also be appropriate for a woman to carry. Antique hamilton 974 gold fill pocket watch 17 jewels 16 size sn 1164174. This timepiece is all original and in just excellent condition. The hamilton watch company began business in lancaster, pennsylvania in 1892 and still operates today. You just wind it until it stops you will fill it when you wind it to set the time pull up on the crown.
See more ideas about railroad pocket watch, pocket. In spite of its flaws, this is a rare watch and it holds considerable value. Hamilton 996 railroad grade hamilton 996 19 jewels railroad grade from the early 1900s. Case includes a dust cover over the movement engraved, to merle j. The most valuable pocket watch created was designed by patek philippe, who created the watch in 1932 for new york banker henry graves, jr. Remember to use the serial number on the movement, not the case. The largest and most complete vintage watch online price guide of its kind. How to determine the value of hamilton vintage pocket watches. Check the list for examples of jewelry that heritage auctions seeks for consignment.
By 1932, the great depression forced hamilton to close the illinois factory. There are at least 30 different movement grades, not to mention the variety of dials and case designs. I like to restore usmade hamilton wrist watches back to their original glory and share my experie nces with other enthusiasts. This case would be great for 16 size hamilton 992bs, 950. While most pocket watches dont have that kind of value, any watch manufactured before 1800 is extremely rare and, depending on other factors, likely quite. Recently serviced in store by robert rasmussen, rjr watches. While theres no magical formula for quickly identifying hamilton watches, identification is simplified significantly by the fact that hamilton named their models and, for the most part, stuck to unique names. This neat open face watch in pendant setting had a total production of 260,900. The hamilton 992 is the most successful of all hamilton pocket watch movements. The porcelain dial features black and red arabic numbers with a. Today, under the hamilton name swiss quartz watches of good quality are still being offered. In 1893, the hamilton watch company of lancaster, pennsylvania began producing pocket watches primarily for railroad workers.
Illinois open faced pocket watch size 8 illinois watch co. Hamilton 917 grade, 10 size, 17 jewels, adjusted 3 positions open faced, 10k goldfilled keystone case. Hamilton 992b railroad pocket watch, hamilton railway special. The illinois watch company was founded on december 23, 1870, in springfield, illinois, by john c. This is a fairly scarce movement and one of hamiltons most beautiful. Stunning ultra deco 1926 minty hamilton 912 adjusted enameled no reserve. Founded in lancaster, pennsylvania, in 1892, hamilton watches are an american classic. Hamilton gold plated open face antique pocket watches for sale. The first model of pocket watch produced by hamilton, style 936, came to market in november 1893.
Jun 22, 2012 hamilton pocket watches were some of the finest timepieces manufactured from 1896 through 1964. Vintage hamilton pocket watch 17 jewels with pocket watch stand. Use the search space below if you know what model youre looking for. A hamilton watch was also worn when the first aviator reached the north pole in 1926. They used these pieces as comparing watches and actually timing ordinances, these watches are. The year 1912 witnessed hamiltons first wristwatch design, and in 1928, hamilton acquired another leader in the field, the illinois watch company, which secured hamiltons status as a perennial presence in watchmaking history. Grade, model 1883, hunting style mens pocket watch. Request a free appraisal from the experts at heritage auctions. How much is a 15 jewel elgin pocket watch worth answers. Founded in lancaster, pa in 1892, the company is renowned for their precise timekeepers. Here are a few images of my grandfathers hamilton 902 pocket watch. Hamilton 900 model 1 19 jewel 12 size gold dial pocket watch. One of the nicest things that can happen to you if youre into the history of watches and watch design and arent we all is getting to not just see, but actually handle, things that physically represent that history one of the reasons vintage watches can be so attractive.
The value of any watch takes into account the condition of the watch, demand for the watch and how many are available for purchase. From the very beginning, the focus was on quality and accuracy. Nice gold filled hamilton case, excellent covers and minor scratches and a small ding on the back that cant be seen in the photo. Original hamilton railroad yellow gold filled bar over crown 16 size pocket watch case with glass crystal. Hamilton was founded in lancaster, pennsylvania in the u. From its broadway limited series of pocket watches that became known as the watch of railroad accuracy, to the worlds first batterypowered and digital timepieces, hamilton has made several of the most dramatic changes to the horological landscape. Buy hamilton pocket watches and get the best deals. Lot 128, north american auction company march 2015 estimated price. New listing 18s, 17j, hamilton grade 926 pocket watch.
This hamilton railroad service watch came with its original celluloid stamp holder. Works are in excellent condition it is a strong runner. Gold 19 hamilton 21 jewel 992 railroad grade pocket watch. Heres an up to date reference of pocket watch prices taken from sales on ebay that will help you to research real time prices this page will eventually grow to be quite long, so rather than rearange everything into pocket watch makes, heres a handy search tool for this page only. Use this table to look up the serial number of your hampden pocket watch and hence the year of manufacture. Grade 974 model 1 17 jewels estimated production year. Many highquality watches had gold plated train wheels, gold jewelsettings, or other uses of precious metal in the movement itself.
Many highquality watches had goldplated train wheels, gold jewelsettings, or other uses of precious metal in the movement itself. The movement was just serviced and the watch is keeping time. Keeping good time, recently serviced, gold hands and numbers. Pocket watch identification and value guide the spruce crafts. Home log in downloads advertise termsprivacy about.
The jewel movement and gold filling made it popular as a collectible timepiece. In 1892, when it became the hamilton watch company, the quality became increasingly better. Hamilton watches are relatively easier to identify than the products of many other manufacturers. The 910 is a 12 size,17 jewel,adjusted,double roller movement. The display was created using leds activated by a button on the side of its solid gold case. Our appraisals archive contains thousands of antiques roadshow appraisal videos and valuable information spanning nearly 20 years worth of series episodes. Hamilton watch identification guide waterstone watches. Over 14,000 listings of actual watches that have been sold by us and selected auction results since 1998.
The pulsar, the worlds first digital watch, is launched to the public changing the way the we tell time forever. Do you often wonder what the actual value of antique pocket watches is. In 1912, hamilton released its first series of pocket watches the broadway. Rare 1926 hamilton 974 special dial model 2 movement pocket watch hand engraved. Military pocket watches and timers were limited to a relatively few companies, hamilton being chief among american manufacturers, with watches like their 4992b 24hour. Use this table to look up the serial number of your hamilton pocket watch and hence the year of manufacture. The watch is a 21 jeweled pocket watch in working order. Railroadgrade watches had to meet strict guidelines to ensure their reliability and accuracy. Hamilton 992 antique railroad pocket watch in a 10k gold filled railroad. When looking for the number on your watch you should be looking at the serial number on the movement, not the case. Rare 1926 hamilton heavy 18kt white gold 922 masterpiece pocket watch. Skinner auctioneers auctioneers and appraisers of objects of value.
Its watches had 42hour mainsprings, with 17 jewels in their isochronous movements. Hi jerry, if this is an open face the back probably screws off, put the back of the watch and turn counter clock wise, this should open it. Hamilton 912 with rotating seconds dial, 14k white gold filled case, beautifull. Blue steel heavy spade hands with fine blue steel seconds hand. We offer a full money back guarantee on any watch purchased from us so long as you return it within five days of receipt and we receive it in the same condition as we sent it to you. They were referred to as americas timekeeper and preferred by the railroads. By the year 1900, hamilton pocket watches had developed a following among railroad workers thanks to their reliability and accuracy. Hamilton is a swiss watch manufacturer with american roots. Antique 18kt tricolor gold pair case open face pocket watch, joseph johnson. Antique 14k gold wadsworth hamilton pocket watch solid 14k gold wadsworth case engraved hamilton watch co.
This fortunia hand crank pocket watch is crafted of 18k gold. Find the value of estate jewelry and vintage and custom jewelry easy as 123. Hamilton 900 model 1 gold openface high grade gentle mens dress pocket watch. Finding waltham watches values the best way to find the value of a waltham watch is to take the watch to a professional and qualified watch dealer and valuer. Antique hamilton 926 gold fill pocket watch 17 jewels gjs sn 200866 ca. Hamilton gold plated antique pocket watches for sale ebay.
Lets say you have a waltham watch with serial number 21,607,210 as shown in the photo below. Hamilton 900 model 1 19 jewel 12 size gold dial pocket. Along with the rare white gf cross bar case we have a mint double sunk dial with a sunken subregister for the second hand and red minute markers every 5 minutes. Below is a picture of the serial number on the pocket watch case.
How to determine the value of hamilton vintage pocket. Hamilton antique pocket watches 12 pocket watch for sale ebay. Apr 06, 2014 1926 916 grade pocket watch there is a dizzying array of hamilton pocket watches. Find great deals on ebay for hamilton pocket watch and illinois pocket watch. Shop forand learn aboutantique hamilton pocket watches. This is the look everyone wants in a 992, so dont delay. Hamilton history hamilton story hamilton watch company. With todays high gold prices, a solid gold case can add significantly to the value of a watch.
However, the pulsar has not held its value and can be found on ebay now for. Trees as a token of appreciation from illinois eta of. The first series of hamilton pocket watches with the title the watch of railroad accuracy. If it is a hunting case there should be a flat edge where you can use a pocket knife blade or a finger nail. Thanks for visiting my vintage hamilton watch blog. I have a hamilton gold pocket watch from 1916 it is still. The gold filled case is real nice and the dial has one very small hairline. Value guide for estate and antique jewelry heritage auctions. This is a lovely antique yellow goldfilled hamilton pocket watch made by the hamilton watch company of lancaster, pa circa 1915. A 1912 hamilton 992, model 1, 21 jewel open face gold filled pocket watch.
Watch is showcased in an open face gold filled case with an engraved train to the back, by southbend. Shop unique hamilton watches from the worlds best jewelry dealers. Hamilton continued to operate and build both pocket watches and wristwatches in the us until 1969 when the us company ceased operation. Next, search the heritage auctions archives to find the value of similar items sold at auction. The 992b pocket watch movment is an improved version of the 992 but it did not sell as much because in the 1940s, when the 992b came to the market, the trend was already going towards wrist watches. A vintage gold filled hamilton pocket watch having arabic numerals and a seconds sub dial at the six oclock position. Adams, john whitfield bunn 18311920 and various additional financiers. This is what has made hamilton the internationally renowned watch brand it is today. Hamilton watches all prices for hamilton watches on chrono24. According to antique pocket watch, an online watch publication, testament to the quality of the watches it produced is the fact that most of its watches ended up being bought for use on the railways.