J.P. STEVENS & Co.
J.P. STEVENS & BRO.
J.P. STEVENS WATCH Co.
Atlanta, Georgia
1882-1887
In mid-1881 J.P. Stevens bought part of the Springfield Watch co. of Massachusetts; and some unfinished watch components from E.F. Bowman. He set up his watchmaking firm above his jewelry store in Atlanta, Ga. And started to produce the Bowman unfinished watches which were 16 size and various 18 size watches, to which was added the “Stevens Patent Regulator.” This regulator is best described as a...
Relo design modernist sterling silver hinged bracelet watch
Germany
1970
Mechanical wind-up watch in working order
This elegant and high-quality cuff is made of heavy and solid sterling silver weighing a substantial 117 grams
Interior circumference - 7"
Face measures 1 5/8" tall
Safety clasps help secure the fit
Marked Relo, 925, Relo Design
Excellent condition
A classic Victorian 14K yellow gold fob seal, the surfaces ornately decorated in a repousse pattern of flowers and foliage. Fobs in this design are more typically English than American. It is very generously sized to make an impression when being worn. The citrine plaque is engraved with the monogram “WKV”, so we’ll just assume that was for William K Vanderbilt (LOL!) The ring is marked “14K.”
- Origin: America, ca. 1840
- Dimensions: 1” x 7/8” x 1-1/2” (excluding ring...
A rare Hamilton Pocket Watch circa 1920, the dial of unusual form chinoiserie numerals with silver and gilt lettering. The dial in sandblast silver the watch measuring 52mm in gold filled, 1923 dedication QUILLEN ESTATE
Rare very decorative French jewelry doll brooch with faux watch and chain for your Fashion doll or Bebe from France circa 1865/70th.
Has total length about 6" ( 15 cm ) , a beautiful blue and gild brooch with enameled watch with a very decorative back and fine ormulu frame has Roman numeral face with original glass and on a gild chain.
Attached another gilt chain with gold balls and nice little birds , has lovely gild ornament at end .
A luxury jewelry for one of your...
Swiss Silver Niello & Gilt Silver Watch Chain
An excellent late Victorian silver watch chain with striped niello decoration on the double bar links, alternating with silver gilt curb links. The chain is finished at one end with a dog clip and at the other with a large niello bolt. The chain is stamped with the Swiss mark for 800 silver used 1882-1934.
- Origin: Switzerland, ca 1900
- Condition: excellent, niello intact
- Length: 16-1/4”
- Weight: 15.2 grams
A nice late Victorian silver watch chain with striped niello decoration on alternating links. The chain is finished at one end with a dog clip and at the other with a bamboo-shaped t-bar. The chain is stamped with the Swiss mark for 875 silver used 1882-1934.
- Origin: Switzerland, ca 1900
- Condition: excellent, niello intact
- Length: 17-1/2”
- Weight: 21.0 grams
AMERICAN WATCH CO.
1859 – 1873
Boston, Mass.
Commonly referred to as “The Mother of all American Watch Companies”, this manufacturer was a international pioneer in watch production and accuracy. They were the first to gain independence from European watch providers in the New World. But more than that, they sought to provide a more accurate watch at a affordable price to the American Citizen. After beginning activity in Boston by the Boston Watch Co. 1853 – 1859, In January 1859, t...
Lovely original Faux-Watch Poupee pin brooch in original presentation box for Mlle. Lily or other French Poupee or small Bebe , pretty luxury accessory for an rich French or German doll !
A light blueb enameled watch with decorative hand painting little roses and fine ormulu frame has Roman numeral face in original condition . Attached to gold pin brooch witch are lovely decorated and hold with a pin at back
The pretty 2" ( 5 cm ) total length tiny watch brooch is preserved...
Long antique guard chains have been very popular in the last couple of years and I am very happy to have come upon this stunning solid silver example. This is not your ordinary guard chain, as you can see. All its links are hand-cut and chased, each featuring a beautiful forget-my-not flower and even the connectors are embellished with tiny little bead appliques. Exquisite and romantic, it can be comfotablyd worn double up, holding your favorite bauble as it comes with its original dog clip, or ...
Antique 19th-century hunter key wind pocket watch for the Turkish Ottoman market. The dial is a stunning work of art, crafted from white enamel and adorned with black Ottoman/Turkish numerals, signed in Arabic script, followed by a delicate floral garland. The hands are intricately designed - pierced and gilt - adding an extra layer of sophistication. The dial also features a subsidiary seconds dial, completing the refined and detailed design.
The Hunter case is made entirely of low-grade...
Rare. All original 16k solid yellow gold factory built case by the factory. 138 Grams, total weight. Original white porcelain single sunk dial with never before seen fancy gold hands; marked "E. Howard Watch Co. with hairline at 1 edge. The Series III gilt 5/8 plate gilt key wind and key set from the rear, serial No. 4290 is original to this case. Movement marked: "E. Howard Watch Co., Boston", Reeds Pat. 1857, 15 jewels, compensated balance. Clean, running and completely free of distrac...
19th C French black papier-mache with gold gilt and mother-of-pearl decoration. The wind-up clock was made in Great Britain and the paper-mache surround was created in France. In excellent restored condition, it measures 19" diameter.
Really nice item here, I cannot get the clock to wind and work but it is all there with the key, the alarm bell works fine. Likely to need a bit of attention.
Caricatures of a Shoe Shine Boy and children
Our Victorian long guard watch chain is composed of an unusual and attractive love knot link. Such chains were called "long guards", and shortened to "guard chains". Watch guard link chains were generally light in weight and always over 50 inches in length. They were designed to hold watches with a dog clips and were originally worn with the chain tucked into a woman's belt with the watch attached to the chain. A great deal of hand work was involved in their construction.
This chain has a ...
Double box link original Victorian watch chain terminating in a dog clip stamped 9 carat, this unusual watch chain with its faceted box links attached to one another reveals on close inspection an additional twisted link around each box link, adding interest and glamour to a simple box link watch chain. The link has a slightly yellow gold cast. Note in the photos the detail of the faceted box links as well as the additional twisted link.
The chain looks terrific when paired with others and a...
VINTAGE METAL TIN SAVINGS BANK
APEX NOVELTY CO
GROWS TO 10 " TALL
Wonderful tactile slinky watch chain. To be a proper watch chain, the chain must be over 50" long, as they were originally made (shorter chains are simply cut up watch chains). Snake chains are a favorite link because of the slinky smooth texture and the way the link bounces back when adjusted. The watch chain terminates in a barrel clasp, a nice feature as the clasp allows you to unhook the chain and wrap the chain around your neck several times to be worn as a collar, in addition to doubling o...