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Info/Value Of Old Gruen?

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February 27, 2006, 20:39
Mark Nathanson
Info/Value Of Old Gruen?
Somebody e mailed me this picture and asked to make a reasonable offer. I can't find any info on this. Any idea on value? Thanks you.
February 28, 2006, 21:31
Tom Huber
Mark, For whatever reason, collectors desire square or rectangular wristwatches over round ones. So, prices of round watches, even solid gold ones, are generally less in value.

I have a couple of 17J round Gruens in silver colored base metal cases, in good running order, that I have put on the table at my local mart for $20, and they have not sold. Mine are newer, ie 1950-60's. The one in your pic appears to be older, ie c 30's or 40's. That should up the value slightly. I don't think the watch would command a high price. Just my opinion

Tom
February 28, 2006, 21:59
Rich Kuhn
Mark,
They are not bad watches most like the one you have pictured have 15 jewel movements marked Gruen Guild.
They were were considered to be a lesser grade then some of Gruens other watches. At marts you find them ranging from $5.00 to $50.00. I assume this one is running if not you would be at the lower end of the spectrume. Running I would buy this one for no more than $20.00 and truth be told I would want to pay less.


Rich Kuhn
IHC Member 155