September 01, 2004, 15:03
John D. DuvallCase Hallmark
Has anyone seen this 14k hallmark? It's on a 16s case. It appears to be cast with the case but not sure. I don't have the watch in hand. Do you think it's solid gold?
September 01, 2004, 15:22
Lindell V. Riddle
John,
If memory serves, those are "American Watch Case Company" markings. Although a Maltese Cross by itself often means lower quality Gold-Filled, I see the markings are raised outline rather than stamped. That method of imprint, looking as if it were cast, usually indicates a solid-gold case.
Looks like gold to me, but other information and additional images would be helpful.
Lindell
September 01, 2004, 19:35
Jeffrey P. HessI have seen these on solid gold Canadian cases.
Jeff Hess
September 01, 2004, 20:29
John D. DuvallThanks Lin & Jeff!
This is a Canadian watch so I have a better feeling about the case now.
September 01, 2004, 20:48
Jerry TreimanThe maltese cross is used on cases by the American Watch Case Co. (A.W.C.Co.) of Toronto, Canada. You will often see it stamped into the original bow, as well.