United States Watch Co.

U. S. Watch Co. Waltham

Pocket watch, second half of the 19th century. Case: 14k gold (585), diameter approx. 39.5 mm, No. 242423, richly decorated with floral motifs, a relief of a songbird, coat of arms with monogram, savonette case, gold inner cover. Movement: Hand-wound, lever escapement, No. 83876, compensated balance, three screwed chatons, decorative finish. Dial: Enamel, white, Roman and Arabic numerals, small seconds. Weight: 55 g. Signs of wear consistent with age/pressure marks, dial with chips, low amplitude, service/repair necessary.