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Hunter Case Pocket Watch in 14 Karat Yellow Gold

Partially verified

This 54mm hunter case pocket watch is cased in 14k yellow gold and weighs 62.5 dwt. According to the auction catalog, the case is triple-signed with serial number 107762 and features a monogram alongside a factory-engraved metal cuvette. The movement incorporates pendant winding and setting, a double roller, and a straight-line lever escapement. The white porcelain dial displays black painted Arabic numerals and a countersunk subsidiary seconds register at 6 o'clock, complemented by gold spade hands.

Front dial view of a 14k yellow gold hunter case pocket watch with open cover
Front dial view of a 14k yellow gold hunter case pocket watch with open cover — Cowan's Auctions. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
www.bidsquare.com
Category
Pocket watch · Hunter case pocket watch
Maker / attribution
Not established
Reference
Not recorded
Catalogue / lot identifier
28
Source-reported date
Not established
Source-reported place
Not established
Source-reported serial
107762

Source-reported attribution and specifications are not independent authentication. A listing does not establish present ownership, current display, availability or permission to reproduce.

Object description

Case Construction

This hunter case pocket watch is constructed in 14 karat yellow gold and weighs 62.5 dwt. The watch measures 54mm in diameter.

The case is reported to be triple-signed and carries the serial number 107762. The exterior features a monogram, and the watch includes a factory-engraved metal cuvette.

Evidence for this section
  • “A 54mm hunter case pocket watch in 14k yellow gold.”
  • “62.5 dwt.”
  • “Case triple signed 107762.”
  • “Factory engraved metal cuvette.”
  • “Monogrammed case.”

Dial and Visual Features

The watch features a white porcelain dial with black painted Arabic numerals and a countersunk subsidiary seconds register at 6 o'clock. It is equipped with gold spade hands.

Visual inspection of the dial surface shows faint markings or wear around the upper center.

Evidence for this section
  • “White porcelain dial with black painted Arabic numerals and counter sunk sub seconds dial.”
  • “Gold spade hands.”
  • “Dial surface shows faint markings or wear around the upper center.”

Mechanical Specifications

The movement features a double roller and a straight-line lever escapement. The watch utilizes pendant winding and setting, with the crown positioned at the 3 o'clock mark.

The auction source states that the watch winds, sets, and ticks.

Evidence for this section
  • “Double roller, straight line lever escapement.”
  • “Pendant wind and set.”
  • “Winds, sets and ticks.”

Open research questions

  • What specific marks constitute the triple-signed identity of the case?
  • What text or manufacturing information is contained on the metal cuvette?
  • Does the serial number 107762 correlate to a known watch manufacturer?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for Hunter Case Pocket Watch in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
Diameter54mm“A 54mm hunter case pocket watch”
Case Material14k yellow gold“in 14k yellow gold.”
EscapementDouble roller, straight line lever escapement“Double roller, straight line lever escapement.”
Winding and SettingPendant wind and set“Pendant wind and set.”
Case Number107762“Case triple signed 107762.”
DialWhite porcelain with black painted Arabic numerals“White porcelain dial with black painted Arabic numerals and counter sunk sub seconds dial.”
HandsGold spade hands“Gold spade hands.”
Weight62.5 dwt“62.5 dwt.”
Case DamageOne dent in case edge near hinge“One dent in case edge near hinge.”

Visible details

  • Open hunter front cover hinged at the 9 o'clock position on the left.
  • Winding crown and pendant bow positioned at 3 o'clock.
  • White porcelain dial with stylized black Arabic numerals and sunken subsidiary seconds dial at 6 o'clock.
  • Gold-toned spade hour hand and slender minute hand.
  • Dial surface shows faint markings or wear around the upper center.

Research qualifications

  • The maker of the movement and case is unspecified in the source.
  • The movement, inner cuvette engraving, and outer case monogram are not shown in the provided photograph.
  • Serial number 107762 is stamped on the case; movement serial number is not stated.

Photograph identity and source facts were screened before import; rights clearance remains pending.

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