sonsie
New in Town
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- Midwest, USA
Hi,
I just discovered this fun site today. I was doing a search for pocket watches and was linked to here, so I figured it might be a good place to try and sell one which I believe belonged to either my grandfather or father, or quite likely, both.
[edit: I just realized I'd forgotten to attach the pics of the watch, but now I see that it says I can't attach. Wonder why?]
Asking price: $100
It's an open face Knickerbocker, and on the inside it says: 7 jewels, Double Roller, Safety Barrel Y. On the inside of the removed back is: Illinois Watch Case Co., ELGIN USA. Guaranteed 10 Years, Supreme, and then 7 numbers which I'm guessing is a serial number. There are also 3 different places where there are tiny initials and numbers scratched into it. Maybe repairer's initials and dates it was cleaned/repaired? I found another one just like it online which claims it's from the 1930's/40's - I have no reason to doubt that since its appearance is consistent with that time period. It's in very good condition with the usual surface scratches on the back. It's not working and since I don't know what to try, I don't know if it's something simple or more significant. I didn't want to experiment.
I haven't seen the inside of a watch in years and was surprised at how pristine it is. I suppose that's pretty normal since they're almost always closed up. I thought this one was especially pretty because it has vines with flowers engraved on a couple of the parts.
I have a number of other items for sale. In time, I'll get them on here, but in case someone is particularly interested in an item, I'll go ahead and list some of them now.
2 WWII army 'overseas' (Garrison) caps.
1 WWII army hat with a visor
like new WWII uniform belt, still smells like leather
WWII aluminum Nazi eagle emblem - the kind that goes on a hat/cap
assorted WWII army bars, sew-on patches, and a couple of medals
a WWII lapel pin - I've forgotten what it's called, but it signifies that you haven't much longer to wait until discharge - flying cow? pig? LOL
a few interesting lighters my dad used in WWII, including a Dunhill windproof
antique writing pen - the kind that was dipped into ink; quite dainty with a mother-of-pearl handle
several pieces of quality 'costume' jewelry (I hate that term - makes it sound like junk)
1 pr cufflinks - not sure of year, and forgot who made them. The site that I like that has so many jeweler marks went down suddenly a few minutes ago; seems like the name Parker or Rogers was involved; they were known for cufflinks.
There's quite a bit more, but until I look around on the site I'm not sure what's appropriate.
sonsie
I just discovered this fun site today. I was doing a search for pocket watches and was linked to here, so I figured it might be a good place to try and sell one which I believe belonged to either my grandfather or father, or quite likely, both.
[edit: I just realized I'd forgotten to attach the pics of the watch, but now I see that it says I can't attach. Wonder why?]
Asking price: $100
It's an open face Knickerbocker, and on the inside it says: 7 jewels, Double Roller, Safety Barrel Y. On the inside of the removed back is: Illinois Watch Case Co., ELGIN USA. Guaranteed 10 Years, Supreme, and then 7 numbers which I'm guessing is a serial number. There are also 3 different places where there are tiny initials and numbers scratched into it. Maybe repairer's initials and dates it was cleaned/repaired? I found another one just like it online which claims it's from the 1930's/40's - I have no reason to doubt that since its appearance is consistent with that time period. It's in very good condition with the usual surface scratches on the back. It's not working and since I don't know what to try, I don't know if it's something simple or more significant. I didn't want to experiment.
I haven't seen the inside of a watch in years and was surprised at how pristine it is. I suppose that's pretty normal since they're almost always closed up. I thought this one was especially pretty because it has vines with flowers engraved on a couple of the parts.
I have a number of other items for sale. In time, I'll get them on here, but in case someone is particularly interested in an item, I'll go ahead and list some of them now.
2 WWII army 'overseas' (Garrison) caps.
1 WWII army hat with a visor
like new WWII uniform belt, still smells like leather
WWII aluminum Nazi eagle emblem - the kind that goes on a hat/cap
assorted WWII army bars, sew-on patches, and a couple of medals
a WWII lapel pin - I've forgotten what it's called, but it signifies that you haven't much longer to wait until discharge - flying cow? pig? LOL
a few interesting lighters my dad used in WWII, including a Dunhill windproof
antique writing pen - the kind that was dipped into ink; quite dainty with a mother-of-pearl handle
several pieces of quality 'costume' jewelry (I hate that term - makes it sound like junk)
1 pr cufflinks - not sure of year, and forgot who made them. The site that I like that has so many jeweler marks went down suddenly a few minutes ago; seems like the name Parker or Rogers was involved; they were known for cufflinks.
There's quite a bit more, but until I look around on the site I'm not sure what's appropriate.
sonsie
Add a URL so that we can see what you see!...you teaser!! Yep!..we're interested!!!
