Militaria, Clocks, & Science
Description:
Howard Series III and IV Open-face Watches, Boston, the series III, No. 16943, with enamel roman numeral dial marked E. Howard & Co., Boston, key-wind, key-set movement, in a case marked A.W.W.Co., O'hara Patents., Coin, dia. 54 mm, the series IV with enamel roman numeral dial marked E. Howard & Co., Boston, Pat. Feb 4th, 1868, stem-wind movement in a coin silver case, dia. 55 mm.
Estimate $300-500
Both watches are currently ticking. Heavy wear to A.W.W. Co. case.
The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Keywords
O'hara PatentsChristopher D. Fox
Vice President
Director, Historic Arms & Militaria
Associate Deputy Director, American Furniture & Decorative Arts
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