Movement · Pocket watch movement and dial
This uncased antique Waltham pocket watch movement with attached dial features a white enamel dial signed 'WALTHAM.' below 12 o'clock. The dial displays black Arabic hour numerals, outer red five-minute markers, and a subsidiary seconds register at 6 o'clock. The auction listing reports that the movement is marked 'Waltham, Mass.' and 'U.S.A.' with serial number 929129, and confirms no outer case is included. A single dark spade-style hand remains at the center arbor. Visible condition issues include extensive hairline cracking and chipping across the enamel dial, notably near the subsidiary seconds track and the 4 o'clock numeral.
Source-reported attribution and specifications are not independent authentication. A listing does not establish present ownership, current display, availability or permission to reproduce.
The lot comprises an uncased antique Waltham pocket watch movement and attached dial. The auction listing describes it as a movement only, explicitly stating that no outer case is included.
The movement is not housed in a protective case, leaving the dial surface exposed.
The white enamel dial features black Arabic numerals, outer red secondary markers, and a subsidiary dial located at the 6 o'clock position. Direct observation records that the dial is signed 'WALTHAM.' in capital letters beneath 12 o'clock.
Visible condition issues include significant hairline cracking and chips exposing the metal base near the 4 and 7 o'clock areas. A single dark spade-form hand remains mounted at the center arbor, pointing towards the 9 o'clock position; the seller listing notes 'visible signs of wear and aging, with cracks and discoloration on the dial.'
According to the auction listing, the movement is marked 'Waltham, Mass.' and 'U.S.A.' and bears the serial number 929129. The description also mentions 'visible gears and intricate details.'
Because the provided photograph only displays the dial side of the uncased movement, the movement plates, balance, gear train, and inscriptions are not directly visible in the image. Mechanical completeness, functional status, and plate conditions are not recorded in this source.
| Field | Source-reported value | Source quotation |
|---|---|---|
| Dial Description | White enamel dial featuring black Arabic numerals and red secondary markers | “Includes white enamel dial featuring black Arabic numerals and red secondary markers.” |
| Subdial Position | Located at the 6 o'clock position | “Subdial included, located at the 6 o'clock position.” |
| Movement Inscriptions | Marked 'Waltham, Mass.' and 'U.S.A.' | “Marked "Waltham, Mass." and "U.S.A." on the movement.” |
| Movement Serial Number | 929129 | “Movement serial number: 929129.” |
| Casing Status | Movement only, no outer case | “No outer case included; movement only.” |
| Movement Inscriptions | Marked 'Waltham, Mass.' and 'U.S.A.' on the movement | “Marked "Waltham, Mass." and "U.S.A." on the movement.” |
| Casing Status | No outer case included; movement only | “No outer case included; movement only.” |
Photograph identity and source facts were screened before import; rights clearance remains pending.
Reviewed 2026-10-21 · Record 8a607ec171
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