Marks in watch cases - hallmarks, sponsor's marks, etc.
Watch cases made in America carry marks stamped by their makers that were not legally mandated or controlled until 1906 when the National Gold and Silver Stamping Act required an accurate purity mark. These are not hallmarks; they depend to a large extent on the manufacturer's honesty.
Understanding Hallmarks On Pocket Watches - Mark Littler
2024年6月10日 · Want to decipher the specific gold marks found on pocket watches? Our guide provides a detailed breakdown of the hallmarks commonly found on antique pocket watches, including their meanings and how to interpret them.
Pocket Watch Case Trademarks and Hallmarks
Many of the various trademarks utilized by American and Canadian pocket watch case manufacturers have been indexed according to iconography, material, and unique markings. Please input keywords above to search the trademark database.
A guide to watch case hallmarks - Time+Tide Watches
2024年5月19日 · Whether you’re trying to value an antique pocket watch or stumbling across solid gold watches while thrifting, reading this list of the most common universal hallmarks will definitely help you out. Gold purity is usually measured in carats, with 24 carats being pure gold, and moving down fractionally from there.
How to know if the pocket watch is Gold or just Gold-Filled?
From examining hallmarks and stamps to conducting simple tests, we provide a comprehensive guide to ensure you can confidently ascertain whether your cherished timepiece is solid gold or simply gold-filled.
Help please with pocket watch markings! | NAWCC Forums
2019年5月22日 · I collect solid gold or platinum pocket watches almost exclusively. Some of their cases are marked "warranted," such as the case on this Elgin Grade 72 21j convertible. Some of my solid gold or platinum cases might be marked "guaranteed."
Swiss Hallmarks - Vintage Watchstraps
Watch cases of 18 and 14 carat gold could be hallmarked in Switzerland, and these Swiss hallmarks were allowed by the British Customs authorities. But 9 and 12 carat gold cases could not be hallmarked in Switzerland, so from 1888 Swiss watch case manufacturers simply applied their own official looking marks to 9 and 12 carat gold watch cases.
How to Identify & Value Old Antique Pocket Watches (Guide)
2024年7月15日 · Gold Case: Real 14k, 18k, and “750” hallmarked gold case pocket watches are worth more than gold-plated or filled unmarked watches. Besides, you can value elaborate gold cases with intricate carvings, enamel paintings, and precious stones more. Silver Case: Silver pocket watches are less valuable than gold, around only $300 – $800 ...
Antique Pocket Watch Gold and Silver Hallmarks
Understanding these hallmarks is essential for anyone interested in antique pocket watches, as they offer a window into the past and a guarantee of authenticity and quality. Whether you are a seasoned collector or a novice enthusiast, the intricate world of hallmarks adds a fascinating dimension to the appreciation of ...
Waltham Pocket Watch Case Identification - NAWCC Forums
2011年8月3日 · The trademark in your photo is one of the correct marks for the Waltham Watch Case Co. If there is an accompanying mark (as shown on my first photo below) this would show that the case is 14K solid gold. My second photo shows the "Waltham" mark only, and I have been assured by knowledgeable people here that this is a 10K solid gold case.