For more information on keystone howard watches, see the keystone howard page of this web site. Tell us what else you do know and the antiques appraiser will be able to better assist you. Howard railroad chronometer visible movement pocket watch. Howard name, at the time one of the most highlyregarded american watch brands, were purchased by the keystone watch case company in 1902. Also, by that time, the keystone watch case company also. Jaegerlecoultre vintage keystone howard lecoultre vintage lancaster watch co. The 14k white gold case and dust cover stamped 14k keystone. Edward howard is considered to be one of the most innovative and gifted watchmakers of his time.
Howard pocket watch serial numbers and production dates. View movements 10 size keystone howard pocket watch models. Keystone had bought the rights to use the howard name, and the watch is marked. The watches of the keystone era are typically marked e.
Kh please take a moment to enlarge and view all the detailed pictures. The keystone standard watch company should not be confused with the keystone watch case company, which purchased the rights to the e. Howard keystone 17 jewel series 7 12 size pocket watch in original case title. The item vtg e howard pocket watch keystone 17 jewel series 7 12 size original case is in sale since friday, august 11, 2017. This 21 jewel pocket watch features a white face with black numerals and hands, a second sweep and rotary dial in a round silver tone case. Edward howard retired from the business in 1882 and died in 1904. Make offer sigma nu fraternity howard pocket watch model 1912, keystone extra gold case antique 1908 series 7 e. Howardkeystone railroad pocket watch serial numbers. Howard watch company name was purchased by the keystone watch case company in 1902 who continued to sell watches through 1930 represented by the serial numbers below.
We carry all available brands of current and discontinued watch material including crystals. In many cases we do not know the origin of these goods. Howard pocket watch, 17 jewel movement, marked inside the case e. Ivory color dial with photoof woman and auxiliary dial for seconds.
Elgin national watch company in the spring of 1864 half a dozen ambitious chicago businessmen decided that if massachusetts could build a factory that built watches illinois could, too. The information in this database has been extracted from twenty original e. Antique howard pocket watch repair, mechanical howard pocket. Well, maybe a few of my favourite wrist watches too. Antique pocket watch is a resource full of information about pocket watches. Watch company of waltham, massachusetts, to manufacture under the howard name. It was the genuine, audacious, selfreliant western spirit.
Antique howard pocket watch repair, mechanical howard. Continuation of the 102719 auction that was postponed due. Store closures, insurance claims, misguided cargo, post office undeliverable packages or unclaimed merchandise. Antique howard watch co boston 0143 17 jewels open face hunter. Elgin national watch company serial number, elgin pocket watch. Howard name in 1902 and subsequently sold watches under that name known as keystone howard watches. Pictures and some catalog information on keystonehoward watches can be viewed at the excellent colourrede. Our selection of seiko and pulsar parts and crystals is unsurpassed. It is believed that all keystonehoward watches were furnished in howardsigned gold, or. The seller is artfinderusa and is located in pasadena, california. Casker is a leading supplier of howard and other brand pocket watch parts to professional horologists.
As with many pocket watch manufacturers, in 1902 the howard pocket watch name was transferred to the keystone watch case co. Welsbro watches actually began in the pocket watch era. Howard pocket watch series 10 w 21 jewels, 5 positions, serial number 1279949, in goldfilled keystone case in original box with original paperwork, from circa the early 20th century best guess. For more information on keystonehoward watches, see the keystone howard page of this web site. Whether you are looking to purchase your first watch or seeking the next rare piece for your collection, the keystone is here to help. Huge old pocket watch, runs but i am unable to set the time. Pocket watch identification and value guide the spruce crafts. Shortly after keystone bought howard they started putting out a line of watches that had e. The end user of the work you produce with the image must be yourself or your employer, client or customer. Keystone or individuals known to be associated with the company at the time. In a 10k gold case, the nickel movement with serial number 1183943 is stemwound and set with a lever at the side of the case near the dials numeral one. Vtg e howard pocket watch keystone 17 jewel series 7 12 size original case.
Additional pictures and more information can be viewed at colourred howard pocket watches 18581930colour. This watch has a circular case housing a white dial with black arabic numeral hour indicators, a single ornate black hand, a seconds subdial, and imprinted with howard. The keystone offers authentic high end vintage and modern watches from rolex, patek philippe, audemars piguet, f. Howard watch factory record books generously donated to the smithsonian institution by mr.
Watch and patent information guide with serial numbers. Vintage keystone standard pocket watch property room. Howard open face pocket watch in a 14k white gold case, subseconds dial. Remove or modify any keystone technologies management information e. One or more of its 200 parts may be broken, rusted, miscalibrated, unoriginal, previously improperly serviced, under lubricated or just plain tired. Continuation of the 102719 auction that was postponed.
It is believed that all keystone howard watches were furnished in howard signed gold, or. Check out our other auctions for lovely antiques, fabulous and unique jewelry and wonderful watches. The keystone is focused on bringing customers unique timepieces and an unparalleled experience in acquiring and engaging with vintage watches. If you find your watch on the list below theres a good chance that it is a watch we can restore or repair. In this section, you will find a nice selection of vintage howard pocket watches that are typically considered gents size, although in many cases would also be appropriate for a woman to carry. Howard 17 jewels pocket watch in original box wpapers 1920 runs.
Additional pictures and more information can be viewed at colourredhoward pocket watches 18581930colour. Antique pocket watch services antique swiss and american mechanical watch repair specialists since 1987 there are over 100 reasons why your swiss or american pocketwatch wont run. This illinois hunter case pocket watch was special for a railroad company. Boston and engraved from bluma to louis 8119 keystone 14k 169302 guaranteed 14k. The early howard watches were mostly in solid gold or silver cases, beautifully designed and highly sought after. Howard watch company, howard pocket watch, howard watch. In 1903, watch production ceased, and the howard watch name was sold to the keystone watch case company of philadelphia, who also purchased the u. In 1903 the right s to use the howard name was sold to the keystone watch case co. Blued metal hands are easy to read against the silvery arabic numbers. The two dial face is laid out in classic fashion, with a seperate, smaller dial for seconds at the bottom, 6 oclock position. Series 6 in 19 jewel, open and hunters case, series 7 in 17 jewel, series 8 in 23 jewel open face and hunters case gold filled.
Howard name in 1902 and subsequently sold watches under that name known as keystonehoward watches. I always love having an appraiser look at my stuff. Thin model in 21 jewel, thin model in 19 jewel and the thin model in 17 jewel. But when the name was capitalized, as is typical for a name on a watch, weisbro became weisbro which looked like welsbro. Engraved inscription on the exterior of dust cover and initial. Keystone extra 1607465 boston, movement number 14024. The company then purchased the trade name of the famous edward howard watch and clock company of boston, massachusetts. Howard keystone series 11 model e 21j 16s railroad.
Edward howard was one of the three original founders of the company that became the american waltham watch company. Founded in 1858 as a partnership between edward howard and charles rice, the e. Keystone then produced complete movement and case howard watches from 1902. We offer the best service in the watch material business. Ive asked around a bit about this company and it seems to be the rodney dangerfield of pocket watchs, garnering little more than a quick glance. Pictures and some catalog information on keystone howard watches can be viewed at the excellent colourred e. Howard pocket watches also endure as a masterpiece of timetelling technology.
E howard watch company production dates by serial number. Howards its key set and wound from the back most keywinds were wound from the back and set from the front with a key and if you look at the movement you will see one of the cups missing were you put the key in there are two spots were one is missing. Well guess whatthe company took that name and ran with it. This vintage pocket watch dates to 1923, a beautiful 14k white gold piece with the original box. The seller is coinsjewelrycollectibles and is located in fort lauderdale, florida. Howard 14k white gold pocket watch liveauctioneers. Sep 03, 2011 shortly after keystone bought howard they started putting out a line of watches that had e. A howard railroad chronometer series 11 pocket watch. There were no patent rights transferred, just the use of the e.
Web horology message board the pocket watch industry history of the american pw manufacturing howard watch company history e. We are dedicated to helping our customers further their watch knowledge and find the pieces that excite them. When we know the origin of the product, we describe it in the auction listing. Howard form ed a new com pany in 1857 m aking watc hes of e xcel lent quali ty. What is the approximate value of a howard pocket watch the. Nextdoor is the neighborhood hub for trusted connections and the exchange of helpful information, goods, and services. See more ideas about antique clocks, grandfather clock, antique wall clock. The pair acquired some of the material and watches in progress, based upon a lien against the defunct company held by rice, but they were unable to buy the existing factory or machinery, so they moved to roxbury. Keystone pocket watch trademarks the following gallery contains trademarks that were issued or assigned to e. Info, specs, and value american antique pocket watches, with serial number lookups for manufacturers such as elgin, illinois, waltham, and hamilton e. Sometimes its turned out to be surprisingly valuable.
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