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New York Standard Watch Co. 7-Jewel Pocket Watch

Partially verified

This open-face pocket watch is attributed to the New York Standard Watch Company, dating to circa 1910–1920 according to the auction description. The timepiece features an approximately 51 mm gold-tone metal case embellished with floral engraving on the bezel and bow. Its light metal dial is signed 'STANDARD' below the 12 o'clock position and displays black Arabic numerals, an outer minute track, blued-steel spade hands, and a subsidiary seconds dial at 6 o'clock. The seller describes the manual-wind movement as a 7-jewel, nickel-finished three-quarter plate mechanism signed 'New York Standard Watch Co., USA – 7 Jewels – 1011223' with an F–S regulator.

Front view of the New York Standard pocket watch dial and engraved gold-tone case
Front view of the New York Standard pocket watch dial and engraved gold-tone case — Best Estate Services. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
www.bidsquare.com
Category
Pocket watch · Open-face pocket watch
Maker / attribution
New York Standard Watch Co.
Reference
Not recorded
Catalogue / lot identifier
1012
Source-reported date
Circa 1910–1920
Country
United States
Source-reported serial
1011223

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

Dial and Case Configuration

The open-face pocket watch features a light-colored metal dial bordered by an outer minute track and black Arabic numerals. The dial is signed "Standard" below the 12 o'clock position and includes a subsidiary seconds register positioned at 6 o'clock. Visible hands include blued-steel spade-style hands and a small subsidiary seconds hand. Direct observation and the catalog note surface patina, pitting, and minor age marks across the dial.

The case measures approximately 51 mm in diameter and is executed in gold-tone metal. Decorative embellishments include floral engraving along the bezel and bow. The listing notes mild surface wear, scratches, and patination on the case, but records no structural damage or major dents.

Evidence for this section
  • “The dial is marked “Standard” , with black Arabic numerals and an outer minute track .”
  • “The subsidiary seconds dial sits neatly at 6 o’clock”
  • “The watch retains its original blued-steel spade-style hands , which contrast nicely against the silvered dial.”
  • “The case is a gold-tone metal with floral engraving along the bezel and bow”
  • “The case shows mild surface wear and patination, but no structural damage or major dents”

Reported Movement Specifications

The internal mechanism is not visible in the primary listing photograph, and all movement specifications derive solely from the auction house description. The seller reports a manual-wind, lever escapement mechanism configured in a three-quarter plate layout with a nickel finish and fine engine turning. It is described as having a bimetallic balance wheel and an index regulator marked "F – S (Fast/Slow)".

According to the listing, the movement bridges carry the inscription "New York Standard Watch Co., USA – 7 Jewels – 1011223." The catalog dates the timepiece to circa 1910–1920, attributing the construction to New York Standard Watch Co. in New Jersey, USA.

Evidence for this section
  • “The movement , signed “New York Standard Watch Co., USA – 7 Jewels – 1011223,” is a nickel-finished, three-quarter plate movement with a bimetallic balance wheel and a regulator marked F – S (Fast/Slow) .”
  • “It is a manual-wind, lever escapement mechanism typical of the firm’s mid-grade models”
  • “Maker: New York Standard Watch Co. (New Jersey, USA)”
  • “Era: Circa 1910–1920”

Condition and Source Limitations

The auction house assessed the condition as "Fair to good," recording dial aging, minor wear, and surface scratches and patina on the case. Critically, the seller notes that the movement was "not tested for running condition" and the watch was offered strictly as-is. Mechanical functionality, timekeeping capability, and gear train integrity remain unverified.

Additionally, the case composition is recorded non-specifically as "gold-tone metal." The listing does not record any precious metal hallmarks, gold-filled designations, or specific base metal alloys.

Evidence for this section
  • “Condition: Fair to good; dial with light aging and minor wear, case with surface patina and scratches; movement bright, not tested for running condition .”
  • “Offered for sale as-is.”
  • “Case: Gold-tone metal, lightly engraved”

Open research questions

  • What specific metal alloy or casing composition (such as brass, nickel, or gold-filled) is indicated by interior caseback stamps or hallmarks?
  • Does production record literature for New York Standard Watch Co. movement serial number 1011223 corroborate the seller's circa 1910–1920 dating?
  • Does physical horological inspection reveal any mechanical defects, broken balance pivots, or mainspring issues accounted for by the untested running condition?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for New York Standard Watch Co. 7-Jewel Pocket Watch
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
MakerNew York Standard Watch Co.“Maker: New York Standard Watch Co. (New Jersey, USA)”
Movement Serial Number1011223“Movement Serial Number: 1011223”
Jewels7 Jewels“signed “New York Standard Watch Co., USA – 7 Jewels – 1011223,””
Movement TypeManual-wind, lever escapement“Movement Type: Manual-wind, lever escapement”
DiameterApprox. 51mm“Diameter: Approx. 51mm”
EraCirca 1910–1920“Era: Circa 1910–1920”
Regulator MarkingF – S (Fast/Slow)“a regulator marked F – S (Fast/Slow) .”
Balance Wheel TypeBimetallic“with a bimetallic balance wheel”
Movement Plate LayoutThree-quarter plate“a nickel-finished, three-quarter plate movement”

Visible details

  • Light-colored metal dial featuring black Arabic numerals and an outer minute track.
  • Dial is signed 'STANDARD' beneath 12 o'clock.
  • Subsidiary seconds register positioned at 6 o'clock.
  • Blued-steel hands including a spade hour hand and subsidiary seconds hand.
  • Gold-tone case showing engraved foliate patterning on the pendant bow and bezel rim.
  • Surface pitting and light patination visible across the dial.

Research qualifications

  • The auction house notes that the movement was not tested for running condition and the watch was offered as-is.
  • Internal movement details and serial number are taken from the catalog description as the caseback is closed in the primary photograph.
  • Case composition is described non-specifically as gold-tone metal without precious metal purity marks noted.

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

Consulted source

New York Standard Watch Co. pocket watch – 7-jewel movement – Made in USA – circa early 1900s. sold at auction from 8th November to 23rd November | Bidsquare

Reviewed 2026-10-21 · Record 59eddedb99

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