Vacheron Constantin 14k Gold Railroad Presentation Watch, circa 1901. ...

Description

Vacheron Constantin 14k Gold Railroad Presentation Watch, circa 1901
Case: 14k gold, 16 size, 53 mm, engine turned, crest on the front, gold cuvette engraved "N.Y.C. & H.R. Presented to Frank Chafee by Employees-Car Dept. West Albany N.Y. March 1901"
Dial: enamel, signed R.P. Thorn & Sons Albany N.Y., Roman numerals, blued steel filigree hands, sub seconds
Movement: No. 288373, nickel bridge, 18 jewels, specially adjusted, straight line lever, patented micrometric regulator, wolf's tooth winding
Signed: movement signed Vacheron Constantin, gross weight is 102.3 grams


Condition Report*:

Type: Vacheron Constantin 14k Gold Railroad Presentation Watch
Dial: enamel, Roman numerals
Hands; blued steel filigree
Metal: 14k gold
Gram Weight: 102.3
Case Info: gold cuvette, engine turned lids
Case Width: 16 size, 53 mm
Crystal: glass
Watch Movement: No. 288373, nickel bridge, 18 jewels, specially adjusted, straight line lever, patented micrometric regulator, wolf's tooth winding
Circa: 1901
Condition: case with some wear to the engine turning, dial iwth a hairline, movement is running but needs cleaning and shows some pitting


*Heritage Auctions strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Heritage regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements of fact, and do not constitute a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Heritage. All lots offered are sold "AS IS".

Fees, Shipping, and Handling Description: Miscellaneous Collectibles, Small (view shipping information)

Sales Tax information  |  Terms and Conditions

Bidding Guidelines and Bid Increments

Glossary of Terms