Stunning & Massive Gold Illinois Currier Grade Antique Pocket Watch

Posted on September 11, 2011 | Category: Antique Illinois Watches

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MASSIVE GOLD ANTIQUE ILLINOIS CURRIER GRADE POCKET WATCH

Description:

You are bidding on a spectacular antique Illinois Watch Company pocket watch that was made in 1880. This gold filled watch is a very large mens 18 size watch which is 55mm’s in diameter with a stunning Gold Filled Hunter case. This watch is big and beautiful and would make an impressive addition to your collection.

The case is in fantastic condition with some spectacular hand engraving. The front and back show a similar design with fancy floral detailing and a bird engraved. The back lid has an added feature of homestead which is still clearly visible. All the case lids snap closed well with no large gaps. The lift spring works very strongly and springs the case lid wide open. Both the front and back case lids open perfectly to slightly less than 90 degrees which confirms that the hinges have not been stretched in any way. The hinges are still tight and have no sideways movement. This is a quality 20 year case and is in amazing condition with no brassing. There are no dents or major scratches on this case (a small scratch on the dust cover from opening). The dust cover also has the inscription E.E. Huston 1909. Due to the sheer size of this case, it is impressive to look at and heavy to hold in your hand.

The movement is a gold gilded full plate Currier Grade which is a model 2 with 13 jewels. The serial number on the watch is 339862 which places production at approximately 1880 – that makes this watch 130 years old!! The movement is also classed as a transition model, which heralded the change from Hunter movement to Open Face movement which makes it more collectable. There was only about 3500 of this model made which makes it an uncommon movement. The Springfield Illinois branding is beautifully engraved on the movement in the Old English style, and the balance cock displaying the intricate floral pattern.

The enamel dial is in presentable condition. There are a few hairlines but it is still readable. The classic roman numerals look great and the spade hands are in excellent condition. The crystal is glass and is also in excellent condition with no chips or scratches.

The watch can be stem wound or key wound and the hands are lever set. The hands set very well and the watch currently runs very well.

Add this AMAZING WATCH to your collection – BID NOW!!

Overall Condition: EXCELLENT

Please use the pictures in place of my description as they tell you more details about the watch than I ever can through words.

Payment:

The successful winner must contact me within 24 hours of winning the auction otherwise I reserve the right to offer the item to the second highest bidder. Payment should be made within 7 days of the auction ending otherwise the item will be re-listed.

I only accept payment via paypal for all international payments. If you are an Australian resident I would prefer payment via paypal or a direct bank deposit. Please contact me after the auction for bank details if you require them.

Shipping:

I require that all purchasers to have shipping insurance to the full value of the item on all packages. Here are the shipping costs:

Within Australia by Registered Mail US$9.00 (includes AU$100 insurance value, more insurance cover costs US$1 for each AU$100 of extra insurance value, there is a limit of AU$5000.

Worldwide by Air Mail Insured US$18.00 Approximately 10 Business Days Delivery Time (includes AU$100 insurance value, more insurance cover costs US$2 for each AU$100 of extra insurance value, there is a limit of US$1700 I can insure up to on international shipments. There is no online tracking on this option (except in the US) however it can be tracked down through the mail system manually).

Please remember that any customs costs are the responsibility of the purchaser. Thank-You.

Terms of Sale:

The watches I sell are Antique or Vintage therefore they do not come with a warranty. I would recommend that the winning bidder have the watch serviced as I do not guarantee how long a watch will work for or how well it keeps time.All sales are final and no returns will be accepted.

If I have considerably misrepresented the details of a watch, consideration will be taken to refund the money to the winner in return for the watch, minus the shipping fees. You must contact me within two weeks of the auction ending if you believe the watch was considerably misrepresented otherwise the sale is final after this time period.

When the payment for an item has been received and clears, I will then ship the item. I cannot not be held liable for any lost or damaged goods in the mail. Watches can only be insured up to US$1700 internationally so I cannot be held responsible for any shortfall in insurance claims as I am limited to what the shipping companies can provide for insured services.

About Us:

Hi and thanks for looking at our watches....

My husband and I have been avid admirers of Antique jewellery for many years and have a special passion for Antique Pocket Watches. We began seriously collecting and trading Antique Watches about 6 years ago and are members of the National Association of Watch and Clock Collectors (N.A.W.C.C.). We trade watches full time so we take our business seriously. Our aim is to provide honest and accurate information about the pieces we sell.

Some say we have caught 'The Watch Fever' and if you are an admirer like us, you will understand our addiction to these unique and spectacular pieces of history. In today's world of mass production, it is truly wonderful to own a unique collectable with intricate artisanship with which these watches were crafted. Every single watch deserves pride of place in someone's collection.

We really want you to be happy with what you buy and have an overall great experience. We buy, sell and trade our watches with integrity and are proud of our very high feedback rating. Whether you are a seasoned horologist or just beginning your collection, I hope you enjoy looking at the watches we have for sale.

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