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S. Smith & Sons 18ct Gold Full Hunter Pocket Watch

Partially verified

This S. Smith & Sons of London full hunter pocket watch is crafted in 18ct yellow gold and dates to 1899, based on London hallmarks. The watch measures 55mm in case diameter and has a gross weight of 181.39 grams. The white dial features black Roman numeral hour markers and a minute track, complemented by blue poire-style hands. The movement is a keyless wound type, manufactured by S. Smith & Son of 9 Strand, London. The dial and movement are marked with the designation 'Class A 77.0 Marks', signifying the watch was certificated at Kew.

View of the watch with the front hunter cover open, showing the white dial with Roman numerals and the maker's signature.
View of the watch with the front hunter cover open, showing the white dial with Roman numerals and the maker's signature. — Dawsons Auctioneers. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
orbiscollectibles.com
Category
Pocket watch · Full hunter pocket watch
Maker / attribution
S. Smith & Sons
Reference
Not recorded
Catalogue / lot identifier
Source URL identifies the listing
Source-reported date
1899
Source-reported place
United Kingdom
Source-reported serial
191-299

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 and Dial

The timepiece is housed in a 55mm full hunter case fabricated from 18ct yellow gold. This construction contributes to a reported gross weight of 181.39 grams. The protective hunter case provides an exterior shell for the dial.

The internal display consists of a white dial featuring black Roman numeral hour markers and a perimeter minute track. The time is indicated by blue poire-style hands. The dial bears the signature 'S. Smith & Son' alongside the address '9 Strand, London'.

Evidence for this section
  • “18ct yellow gold”
  • “55mm case diameter”
  • “white dial, which is adorned with black Roman numeral hour markers and a precise minute track”
  • “S. Smith & Son of 9 Strand, London”

Movement and Performance

The watch utilizes a keyless wound movement. This mechanism was produced by S. Smith & Son. The movement is configured for timekeeping and has been subject to specific testing protocols.

The movement carries the designation 'Class A 77.0 Marks'. It also holds a record indicating that it was 'Certificated at Kew'. This reference points to testing performed by the Kew Observatory to verify the accuracy of the mechanical movement.

Evidence for this section
  • “keyless wound movement”
  • “Class A 77.0 Marks”
  • “Certificated at Kew”

Identification and Marks

The watch is hallmarked as London 1899, establishing its year of production and place of origin. The serial number 191-229 is visible on the dial, while the listing references the serial as 191-299.

The identification of the piece is supported by the maker's name on the dial and the specific performance certifications inscribed on the watch components.

Evidence for this section
  • “Hallmarked London 1899”
  • “S. Smith & Sons of London”
  • “191-299”

Open research questions

  • What is the source of the discrepancy between the dial serial number 191-229 and the listing reference 191-299?
  • Can the specific Kew Observatory certificate record be located to provide technical context for the '77.0' marks?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for S. Smith & Sons 18ct Gold Full Hunter Pocket Watch
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
Case material18ct yellow gold“18ct yellow gold”
Case diameter55mm“55mm case diameter”
Weight181.39 grams“gross weight of 181.39 grams”
Movement typeKeyless wound“keyless wound movement”
CertificationKew Observatory“Certificated at Kew”
MarkingsClass A 77.0 Marks“Class A 77.0 Marks”
OriginLondon, 1899“Hallmarked London 1899”

Visible details

  • Full hunter case configuration
  • Blued poire-style hands
  • Dial marked S. Smith & Son, 9 Strand, London
  • Serial number 191-229 present on dial

Research qualifications

  • The source provides conflicting serial number information (191-299 vs 191-229 on the dial)
  • Performance history depends on the accuracy of the cited Kew certification

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

Consulted source

S. Smith & Sons of London 18ct yellow gold full hunter pocket watch, 1899

Reviewed 2026-11-02 · Record 1f453ed5e9

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