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William Henry Sparrow 9ct yellow gold half hunter pocket watch

Partially verified

This half hunter pocket watch, produced in 1924, is signed by William Henry Sparrow and features a 9ct yellow gold case measuring 46mm in diameter. The white enamel dial is marked with black printed Roman numerals and an external minute track, complemented by blue-tempered steel spade-style hands. A sub-dial for seconds is positioned at the six o'clock mark. The watch is powered by a manual-wind movement. The auction description notes that the item is catalogued under the reference 2987 by the seller. No information is provided regarding the watch's internal components, such as the calibre, nor does the documentation include accessories or a history of recent service or repair.

Front view of the William Henry Sparrow half hunter pocket watch with the cover open, displaying the white enamel dial and blue steel hands.
Front view of the William Henry Sparrow half hunter pocket watch with the cover open, displaying the white enamel dial and blue steel hands. — Somlo. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
zamanito.com
Category
Pocket watch · Half hunter pocket watch
Maker / attribution
William Henry Sparrow
Reference
Not recorded
Catalogue / lot identifier
2987
Source-reported date
1924
Source-reported place
Not established
Source-reported serial
2987

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 watch is housed in a 9ct yellow gold case with a half hunter configuration. The case measures 46mm in diameter and includes an external front cover with a circular aperture. Through this opening, a portion of the dial is visible, specifically the chapter ring featuring printed black Roman numerals.

The interior dial is finished in white enamel and incorporates a secondary seconds sub-dial located at the six o'clock position. The time is indicated by blue-tempered steel hands, designed in a spade style, which contrast with the white dial surface. The layout includes an outer minute track encompassing the Roman numeral hour markers.

Evidence for this section
  • “جنس قاب طلای زرد ۹ عیار و قطر ۴۶ میلی‌متر اعلام شده‌اند.”
  • “ساختار نیمه‌هانتر را ذکر می‌کنند”
  • “صفحه مینای سفید با تقسیم‌بندی بیرونی دقایق، اعداد رومی چاپی مشکی و ثانیه‌شمار فرعی در موقعیت ساعت ۶ توصیف شده است.”

Movement and Function

The timekeeping mechanism is identified as a manual-wind movement. The available information does not specify the manufacturer of the movement or its calibre, and the seller has not provided details regarding its performance or technical specifications.

No data is provided regarding the watch's accuracy, power reserve, or last recorded service date, and such information should be obtained directly from the seller to confirm current operational status.

Evidence for this section
  • “موتور کوک دستی معرفی شده”
  • “کالیبر و شماره مرجع در جدول N/A هستند.”
  • “نتیجه آزمون دقت، ذخیره نیرو و تاریخ آخرین سرویس ارائه نشده است.”

Documentation and Identifiers

The object is recorded under the inventory reference number 2987 by the seller. This identifier is specific to the catalogue listing and does not serve as a factory serial or calibre number.

The watch is attributed to the year 1924, and the provided details are consistent with the summary provided by the seller, Somlo. There is no accompanying literature, original packaging, or documentation regarding ownership history provided with this piece.

Evidence for this section
  • “فروشنده Somlo این ساعت جیبی را با نام William Henry Sparrow، سال ۱۹۲۴ و شناسه موجودی 2987 معرفی می‌کند.”
  • “شماره 2987 موجودی فروشنده است، نه شماره کالیبر یا سریال کارخانه.”
  • “نباید جعبه، زنجیر، سند سرویس یا سابقه مالکیت برای این نمونه فرض کرد.”

Open research questions

  • What is the specific movement calibre contained within this case?
  • Are there hallmarked dates on the inner case back that confirm the 1924 manufacture date?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for William Henry Sparrow 9ct yellow gold half hunter pocket watch
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
MakerWilliam Henry Sparrow“William Henry Sparrow”
Date1924“Made 1924”
Case material9ct yellow gold“9ct yellow gold”
Case diameter46mm“قطر ۴۶ میلی‌متر”
Movement typeManual“موتور کوک دستی”

Visible details

  • Case is made of 9ct yellow gold
  • Front cover aperture displays Roman numerals
  • Sub-seconds dial located at 6 o'clock position
  • Blue steel spade hands are present

Research qualifications

  • Internal mechanical condition and calibre details are not documented
  • Provenance and ownership history are unknown

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

Consulted source

9ct yellow gold William Henry Sparrow half hunter pocket watch. Made 1924

Reviewed 2026-11-02 · Record bbd0afd001

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