Pocket Watch Case

Antique Dueber 4.5oz Coin Silver Key Set Size 18 Pocket Watch Case. Antique Dueber hinged coin silver pocket watch case for key set, wind movement. Please see the details below and all of the pictures for more information. Brand: Dueber Size : 18, 59mm (outside), 45mm (inside) Material : Coin Silver. International orders can NOT be combined. We do not mark merchandise values below value or mark items as “gifts” – US and International government regulations prohibit such behavior. Powered by SixBit’s eCommerce Solution.

A collector once shared a story about a trip to a rural flea market where he spotted an old box labeled Misc. Inside were rusted keys, broken trinkets, and random odds and ends. There he discovered a hand-engraved dedication on the inside lid: To Capt. Taylor – For Meritorious Service, 1918. Curious, the collector traced the box back to a decorated World War I officer. He contacted the officer’s surviving family, who were stunned to learn about the box. They had thought it was lost forever. Later, they shared photos of the box displayed in a family history exhibit. Samuel Swartchild (originally Schwarzschild) immigrated to the US as a child. After a brief stint in the Civil War Union army, he moved to Chicago and became a supplier of tools and materials for watchmakers, jewelers, and engravers. Located on East Madison Street, the company advertised itself as the “World’s Largest Watchmakers’ and Jewelers’ Supply House”. It was one of Chicago’s oldest businesses when it closed. This handmade oaken wood case housed different-sized pocket watch crystals or “lentilles” (lenses) as they were called. Given the construction and appearance, we’re guessing it dates to the 1890s or early turn of the 20th century, especially with its use of horsehide glue and wire finishing nails. Original hardware on the graduated pull drawer, and inside are 96 tapered compartments. The smallest to the right in the picture measure 1.125 by 0.5 inch in length and depth (2.9 x 1.3 cm). The largest compartments are on the left, 2 by 1 inches long and deep (5 x 2.5 cm). Each compartment is about 0.5 inch (1.3 cm) wide, more or less. You can see the compartments and the tapering on the bottom of the drawer along with its excellent patina bearing indication to its age. The box overall measures 13 x 10.25 x 3 inches (33 x 26 x 8 cm) and is in solid, strong, functional condition. Still with its original finish, there is some slight scratching on the top as shown in the photograph. The bottom has some scratches as expected for its age. The sides and front are in very good condition. The drawer slides in and out well and is also in excellent condition. The painted gold lettering is strong and highly visible. The metal Swartchild & Co. Tag nailed to the lid is the perfect final touch. A solid, usable, beautiful box all in one. Full of nice open spaces, not dirty glass vials. Not sure for what you could use it? Coins, stamps, and other small collectibles? Maybe buttons or fishing flies? How about small bits of hardware or jewelry, especially precious metals? Safely store diamonds or other small precious stones individually wrapped in papers? Everything organized and easily accessible at your fingertips! This is a true one of a kind find.

We now offer, for you to enjoy your collection, the following article. An excellent piece of high-end collecting and Swiss watches. On this occasion we offer for sale an antique open face pocket watch. Circa: 1928c (watch with 95 years old). Dial porcelain with Arabic numerals, signed LONGINES. Stainless steel case, numbered 4801960, signed LONGINES. Open and close the covers in excellent condition. Measures 50mm (excluding crown). Mechanical movement, signed LONGINES. Excellent working and performance. It has a maintenance service before putting it up for sale. All my watches are subjected to review and service, to ensure proper operation. Published photos are featured article. All our photos are of high quality, so you can see well, in detail, the article, and no doubt.