#39a • 1872 Waltham Model 1857 Coin Silver Double Hunter Pocket Watch

Part of August 2026 Coins & Currency Auction (timed auction by Alaska Premier Auctions & Appraisals)

High bid $200.00

Status: Sold

Category: Timepieces

A Waltham. Model 1857 pocket watch with Home Watch Co. grade movement, produced circa 1872. This size 18s double hunter pocket watch is housed in a coin silver case with engine-turned concentric decoration to the interior cover and inside dust cover, plus an engraved cartouche to the exterior front surface. The white enamel dial features black Roman numerals, dark hands, and a subsidiary seconds dial positioned at six o’clock. The gilt-toned seven jewel adaptable movement is visible on the inside, and the crown and bow are located at the three o'clock position. A winding key is included as shown. Waltham produced watches under the Home Watch Co. dedicated trade name to market their affordable working-class line of timepieces for the "Every Man"; even though they were budget-friendly entry models, they still showcased the high quality industrial craftsmanship that defined Waltham's mid-to-late 19th centry design. Maker: Waltham Model: 1857 Grade: Home Watch Co. Size: 18s S/N: 573246 Est. Production Date: 1872 Movement Type: Adaptable Jewels: 7j Case Style: Double Hunter Case Material: Coin Silver Weight: 144 grams Functionality: Not functional at time of cataloging