June 22, 2007, 13:54
Robert V. JonesInteresting 18K Case
I was out and purchased a few watches yesterday and I bought one that really caught my eye. It is a 18K Hunter case about a 8 size with gorgeous multi color and raised multi colored enamel flowers. I am not sure who the maker is so any help would greatly be appreciated so I can describe it more accurately. My other question is has anyone ever seen a cuvette such as this. I know many would put pictures in the back cover of a family member but this cuvette has a removable bezel made to put a picture under it and even has a ridge for a crystal. Any input would be appreciated since it is a first for me. I might have paid to much for the watch but it looked to be a high quality watch in great condition.
The picture of the cuvette has the bezel loose so you can see it is seperate.
June 22, 2007, 13:56
Robert V. JonesHere is the movement marked the same as the dial with a private label Hamrick & Son Philadelphia
June 22, 2007, 14:25
Jerry TreimanRob - the movement is made by Agassiz. If you show us the casemaker's mark maybe we can identify them as well.
June 22, 2007, 15:23
Robert V. JonesThanks Jerry here is the case mark
June 22, 2007, 18:45
Joseph A. JonesGorgeous watch, Mr. Jones. My bride (of 50 years) loves swans and collects swan-related things. Do you intend to sell this piece privately, or on eBay? I guess I'm interested.
June 22, 2007, 20:49
Robert V. JonesYes thanks to Jerry I can finish the description to list. I will probably be listing it on my Ebay site in the begining of the week as usual with no reserve and 50 cents starting. I would like to see this beauty go to a fellow member but most of the small gold ones end up in Japan.
June 22, 2007, 22:57
Samie L. SmithRobert that,s a beautiful case it will sale good.
June 22, 2007, 23:23
Jerry FreedmanAmerican case by Wheeler, Parsons & Hayes. Movement appears to be an Agassiz.
June 23, 2007, 09:00
Robert V. JonesThanks Jerry for the info. Has anyone ever seen a cuvette like this, I do not remember ever seeing one in my travels.
June 23, 2007, 14:30
Robert V. JonesOK Joseph and other it is
listedJune 24, 2007, 03:13
Cort MooreI used to say dust cover and switched to cuvette
somewhere along the line. I can't remember when, and there is no why, but it sure sounds nicer.
Wonderful case Rob!
-Cort
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June 25, 2007, 18:03
Robert V. JonesWow
This is exciting I guess I did not pay to much. Wonder where it will end up. Still have almost 5 days left.
On another note this cuvette or dust cover looks like it was made this way but I am not sure. Does anyone know if this is an add on or original. I have been asked a couple times.
June 26, 2007, 07:26
Phillip SanchezWell, ole man,I hope it goes to $5 grand, then you will be able to drive up to Helen and have you a steak at Paul's instead of your usual Mc burger.
Or perhaps you just save it for another time and I will take you. If any one deserves it you do.
June 30, 2007, 14:32
Joseph A. JonesI'm happy to report that I won this watch for my bride of 50 years, and I'll put a photo of me in 1957 in the picture frame! Wonder if she will recognize me?