Militaria, Clocks, & Science
Description:
Two Bunn Special Full Plate Watches, Springfield, Illinois, both with double sunk arabic numeral dials marked Illinois Watch Co. and stem-wind, lever-set movements, No. 1383460, a two-tone movement marked in part 21 Ruby Jewels, Adjusted, in a open-face, gold-filled, swing-out case, and No. 2507543, damascened nickel movement marked in part 23 Ruby Jewels, Adjusted Temperature 6 Positions, Jeweled Barrel, Double Roller, in a nickel, swing-out case, dia. 56 to 58 mm.
Estimate $400-600
Both watches currently running. Both dials in very good condition. Dings and wear to gold-filled 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
Ruby Jewels, SpringfieldChristopher D. Fox
Vice President
Director, Historic Arms & Militaria
Associate Deputy Director, American Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3200