Waltham American Riverside Pocket Watch with Fob and Charms, 1897

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Step back in time and embrace the elegance of a bygone era with the Waltham American Riverside Pocket Watch with Fob and Charms, a stunning ladies’ heirloom timepiece crafted in 1897 by the esteemed Waltham American Watch Company. This exquisite pocket watch, made from 14K yellow gold, is a true testament to meticulous craftsmanship, featuring intricate hand-engraving on both the front and back. Complementing its beauty is a 14K yellow gold double fob with twin curb chains, one adorned with a charming puffed heart and the other with a decorative ball charm, enhancing its unique allure. With a size of 6S, 17 jewels, and bearing the serial number 6031376, this watch boasts a 3/4 split plate acid-etched movement encased in an R & F case numbered 34115, and a 1-1/2 inch diameter. The watch face, with its enamel white background, Roman numerals, and subsidiary second-hand dial, exudes timeless elegance. Despite a slight crack in the enamel between numbers 5 and 8 and a small indent on the ball charm, both consistent with its age, the timepiece remains in good condition and working order, preserving its original charm and historic significance. Weighing 39.8 pennyweight and originating from the United States, this vintage treasure from the period of 1880-1889 is a perfect addition to any collection, offering a piece of history that is sure to impress. Experience a piece of history with this exceptional ladies’ heirloom timepiece crafted by the Waltham American Watch Company. This exquisite pocket watch is a true work of art, made of 14K yellow gold, meticulously hand-engraved on both the back and the front. Attached to the watch is a 14K yellow gold double fob with twin curb chains – one finished with a charming puffed heart, and the other with a decorative ball charm, adding to its beauty and uniqueness. Produced in 1897, this Waltham American Riverside pocket watch has a size of 6S, features 17 jewels, and bears the serial number 6031376. It has a 3/4 split plate acid etched movement in an R & F case with the number 34115 and a 1-1/2 inch diameter. The watch face boasts an enamel white background with Roman numerals and a subsidiary second-hand dial, adding to its timeless elegance. The timepiece is in good condition and working order, perfectly preserving its original charm and historic significance. There is a slight crack in the enamel between the numbers 5 and 8 on the face and a small indent on the ball charm, both consistent with the watch’s age, adding to the unique character of this vintage watch. Add this stunning piece to your collection and enjoy a timeless treasure that is sure to impress. Creator: American Waltham Watch Co. Case Material: 14k Gold Weight: 39.8 pennyweight Place of Origin: United States Period: 1880-1889 Date of Manufacture: 1897 Condition: Good