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Silverode 18-Size Pocket Watch Case

Partially verified

The source reports this object as an antique silverode metal pocket watch case made circa 1890 to fit an 18-size American pocket watch movement. The empty case has a smooth, plain exterior finish, a screw-off back, and a screw-off bezel. It lacks a glass crystal and measures 58.3 mm by 16 mm externally. Visually, the case features a pendant with a fluted crown and circular bow, an open crystal aperture, and an interior back showing a circular stamped trademark or maker mark.

Front view of an empty 18-size silverode pocket watch case showing pendant and internal stamp
Front view of an empty 18-size silverode pocket watch case showing pendant and internal stamp — Atlam Watches / Antiques Boutique. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
www.antiquesboutique.com
Category
Component · Pocket watch case
Maker / attribution
Not established
Reference
CA15 (AB-197441)
Catalogue / lot identifier
itm197441
Source-reported date
c. 1890
Country
United States

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

Object Identity and Compatibility

This object is catalogued as an empty pocket watch case fabricated from silverode metal, bearing dealer code CA15 (AB-197441). According to the listing description, it is intended to accommodate an 18-size American pocket watch movement.

The case survives as a standalone housing without a movement, dial, or hands. The seller notes that the exterior has a smooth plain finish, while characterizing its condition as "90% mint condition – light scratches and marks on the back".

Evidence for this section
  • “This is a silverode metal case for an 18 size American pocket watch.”
  • “Code CA15 (AB-197441)”
  • “The case has a smooth plain finish”
  • “The case is in 90% mint condition – light scratches and marks on the back”

Form, Construction, and Dimensions

The case features a threaded closure system with a screw-off back and bezel. The listing explicitly states that it has no glass crystal fitted, leaving the bezel aperture open.

The seller reports external dimensions of 58.3 mm by 16 mm. Direct visual observation also records an integral pendant with a fluted winding crown, a circular bow, and a milled or reeded inner bezel rim.

Evidence for this section
  • “It has a screw off back and bezel”
  • “It has NO glass”
  • “The case external measurements are 58.3mm x 16mm”
  • “Open bezel lacking crystal glass”
  • “Pendant with fluted winding crown and circular bow”
  • “Milled or reeded inner bezel rim”

Markings and Period Context

Visible on the interior of the back cover is a circular stamped mark or trademark. The specific text or emblem within this stamp is not transcribed in the source text.

The dealer dates the item to circa 1890 and classifies the period as "19th Century, Victorian (1837 to 1901)". However, the specific manufacturing company of the case itself is not recorded in the source.

Evidence for this section
  • “Circular circular stamp or trademark visible on the interior of the back cover”
  • “Silverode case for a 18 size American pocket watch c1890 in Antique Pocket Watches”
  • “Period 19th Century, Victorian (1837 to 1901)”

Open research questions

  • What maker and trademark text are stamped inside the case back cover?
  • Which case manufacturer produced this silverode case?
  • Does the interior case back or rim bear a serial number or model stamping?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for Silverode 18-Size Pocket Watch Case
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
MaterialSilverode metal“This is a silverode metal case”
Movement Fit18 size American pocket watch“for an 18 size American pocket watch.”
ConstructionScrew-off back and bezel“It has a screw off back and bezel”
GlassAbsent“It has NO glass”
External Measurements58.3mm x 16mm“The case external measurements are 58.3mm x 16mm”
Dealer CodeCA15 (AB-197441)“Code CA15 (AB-197441)”
Stated Period19th Century, Victorian (1837 to 1901)“Period 19th Century, Victorian (1837 to 1901)”
Seller Stated Condition90% mint condition – light scratches and marks on the back“The case is in 90% mint condition – light scratches and marks on the back”
Listing Price£75“£75”

Visible details

  • Open bezel lacking crystal glass
  • Pendant with fluted winding crown and circular bow
  • Milled or reeded inner bezel rim
  • Circular circular stamp or trademark visible on the interior of the back cover

Research qualifications

  • Movement and dial are absent; this is an empty watch case.
  • No crystal glass fitted.
  • Country of origin is reported based on movement fit rather than explicit case manufacture attribution in the text.

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

Consulted source

Silverode case for a 18 size American pocket watch c1890 in Antique Pocket Watches

Reviewed 2026-10-21 · Record a7d3479bbe

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