Hampden diadem model 4 gold filled watch wfancy dueber case and fancyohara dial. I think it might be fun to collect a little info on dueber cases and see if any sense can be made of the serial numbers, etc. The case features a 90% silver content, engraved front, solid construction. Doublesunk white porcelain dial has black arabic numerals, red outer markers, and blued steel hands. Dueber sold the company to walter vrettman in 1925. Very clear no cracks or chips just a few surface scratches. Im keri and i mostly keep to the russian watch section of watchuseek. Watch crystal chart for watchmakers and hobbyists free download.
The dueberhampden watch company was an american watch manufacturing company. Please do not call us for antique pocket watch information andor values. Dueber pocket watch dueber was used as a trade name used on pocket watch movements manufacturered by hampden. Rockford illinois pocket watch, dueber silverine berners. Hampden dueber watch company production dates by serial number. Dueber purchased the hampden watch company and moved both factories to a dual set of buildings in canton ohio. The watch is in excellent condition and all parts are working and keeps correct time. In 1931, the first state watch factory produced pocket watches that were presented at a. When we know the origin of the product, we describe it in the auction listing. Free shipping on many items browse your favorite brands. Any time you see xx years, it means the case is gold filled and guaranteed not to wear through to show the brass beneath for xx years of use.
Pocket watch mens dueber silverine silver 17j 1343. Buy dueber watch co swiss steel hunting case pocket watch with locomotive railroad design and other pocket watches at. My grandfather, somehow, scratched his name and date april 1900 on the inside of the back case. Store closures, insurance claims, misguided cargo, post office undeliverable packages or unclaimed merchandise. Pocket watch case dueber silverine key wound property room. Howard elgin national hamilton hampden illinois other. The makers name on the dust cover could refer to the continuing company after his death. Use with your favorite apps and sites whether youre browsing online or onthego with your favorite apps, pocket lets you save great content wherever you find it. Dueber hampden 307 17 jewels vintage pocket watch 14k gold filled very rare. It features an accurate and durable swiss made movement. New listing illinois eastlake antique pocket watch 18s 11j c. Small silver pocket watch case 1 inch glass locket vintage style fillable pendant. Dueber model in both 17j and 21j, the dueber watch company in 17 jewel, the hampden watch co.
My latest project was a good cleaning, oiling and repair of greatgrandfather andersons 1890 dueber 18s hampden dueber pocket watch in. The name dueber, silverine and cantono are imprinted on the back case with a serial number 40216. Aug 19, 2014 l epine paris 4 jeweled hand engraved silver pocket watch 1850 the watch is marked l epine paris however the movement is a typical mid 19th century swiss bar. Set up pocket to only download when connected to wifi to reduce data usage. Receive fast, free shipping on any purchase of a pocket watchzingbing store 1908 hampden dueber grand pocket watch 20 year gold filled case 17 j 7 e6191. Hampden dueber watch company production dates illinois watch. I have a hampden dueber pocket watch that was my grandfather. By continuing to use this site you consent to the use of cookies on your device as described in our cookie policy unless you have disabled them. Dueber watch co watches are made using swiss made movement and steel cases. Dueber silverine 18s antique pocket watch case ofpwpsls. Rockford illinois pocket watch, dueber silverine for auction. On these pages, weve provided short howto articles in an attempt to answer a few of the most common. Dueber watch trihinge dualopen box silverine openface 08377 pocket case 45.
Featuring a pocket watch with a silvertone metal case and a white face. Learn about vintage and antique pocket watches vintage and antique watch how to information. New listing hampden 11j pocket watch 18s swls hunter 10k gold filled dueber 20yr case runs. Within the clockworks, the pocket watch is marked metropolitan no 85283. Antique hampden pocket watch repair, mechanical hampden. Dueber hampden wristwatch repair repair service on a vintage dueber hampden watch made in canton ohio. This antique style offering from the dueber watch company is reminiscent of the antique american pocket watches produced in the late 1800s and early 1900s. Home pocket watches era victorian era 18801900 1892 dueber hampden the dueber watch co.
I will be publishing some corrections and additions to my nawcc article that i will make available as a download here. Standard pocket watch dueber silverine fancy hunter case runs well. For your consideration we have a dueber silverine 18 size open face pocket watch case. Here are a few tips to find information about your pocket watch. Dueber watch case manufacturing co a thumbnail description the history of the dueber watch case manufacturing co is told in from springfield to moscow.
Because of an antitrust law that passed and a boycott of his cases in 1888, mr. Beautifully crafted dueber case with initials kae engraved on the front and katie a. Hampden dueber watch company production dates by serial. Watch face marked elgin, has roman numerals and fancy gold hands, face has a few hairline cracks. Key wound elgin dueber silverine pocket watch, circa 1890. Antique pocket watch information pocket watch site. Over the years, weve discovered that our customers have some common questions about their vintage and antique watches.
For a detailed condition report call 1 757 7229210. Check out our pocket watch case selection for the very best in unique or custom. What can you learn about your watchs history from its serial number and characteristics the l ast blog i. Get the best deals on dueber watch in antique pocket watches when. The case has ageuse related wear, and dings on the back cover. Nov 15, 2011 i have a hampden dueber pocket watch that was my grandfathers. I opened the back and it says dueber silverine 1078205. Buyer pays return shipping on any and all returns if granted and no partial refunds will be granted, without exception. Most of the watches will be within a few seconds a day, but a few may be up to a few minutes a day. Vrettman went bankrupt in 1927 and sold all of the companys equipment to amtorg, a russian purchasing company. Country made usa, model 23j 24j bunn special, serial number.
Hello, i recently purchased this beautiful 1871 elgin key wind pocket watch. We also feature pocket watch glass display domes, and pocket watch chains. Dating cases has come up in a few threads and its something that ive thought about in passing myself. Vintage watch collection american watch company key wind pocket watch, inside case marked dueber silverine 8607550708. Marks in watch cases hallmarks, sponsors marks, etc. Dueber pocket watch, swiss made quartz movement, chrome plated steel hunting case 312310. Elgin dueber silverine pocket watch, circa 1890 ebay. In 1886, dueber, who had been making cases for the hampden watch company, purchased a controlling interest in the company. Dueber watch in antique pocket watches for sale ebay.
Antique 1894 waltham pocket watch 15jgrade 220 25yr. Antique 18s dueber watch co hampden 15 jewel 15j nickel case pocket watch. In many cases we do not know the origin of these goods. After a year of designing and building the lathes and machines to achieve seemingly impossible levels of precision, a team of watchmakers and mechanical engineers produced their first pocket watch movement, named for mayor b. Dueber pocket watch, swiss made movement, high polished chrome plated steel case 312210.
The watches produced in the canton factory had the names hampden watch company, the letters hwco, john c. Get the best deals on dueber watch in antique pocket watches when you. This pocket watch features a silver tone metal case and a white face marked american watch with roman numerals circling. Our wide selection is eligible for free shipping and free returns. The pocket watch database has compiled data covering the major american pocket watch manufacturers and created an easy way to find information using the serial number on the watch movement. Pocket watch from hampdendueber jan 30, 2020 apple. He was a conductor for railroad passenger service back in the 1900 30s. Nearly 30 boxcars of machinery left canton in 1931 with 21 former dueber hampden employees who contracted for one year to teach the russians the craft of watchmaking. Positions safety barrel 125g for sale antique pocket watches. The only flaw to this one is a spot on the cuvette where some idiot had filed it. Illinois pocket watch with dueber case movement sn. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Head 1mile south of the i80il47 interchange on il47, then west 12 mile on bedford rd us6 to the office.
The case shows wear in the engraving but no visable brassing. Watch face reads the dueber watch co with an anchor, has a few hairline cracks from age. Directory price results news help consign classic site. In 1864, john dueber founded the dueber watch case company in newport, kentucky. Gold filled hunter case has lovely filigree flower engraved designs, marked dueber 1205750 with anchor hallmarks. Rockford watch co, illinois pocket watch 18s 9j dueber silverine case 1876 circa. All jewelry all newly listed all pocket watches all wrist watches american waltham ball e. Get the best deals on dueber watch in antique pocket watches when you shop the largest online selection at. Fine jewelry and timepieces by cowans auctions issuu. The back of the metal case is marked dueber silverine 928840.
They introduced the first watch movement to the market with 23 jewels. I know that it has a movement sn 4608783, the case says dueber 25 year gaurantee its sn is 11225098. Elgin national pocket watch, dueber silverine, 8636096, 3h x 2 1. Today, dueber watch company is an american owned brand featuring highquality pocket watches. Pocket watch auction online only friday, january 25, 2019 at 12. This pocket watch case is a double hinged open face case made by dueber watch case compay. L epine paris 4 jeweled hand engraved silver pocket watch. Very good vintage pocket watch dueber silverine canton. Apr 04, 2012 because dueber hampden was located in stark county some feel this is the reason for naming the watch in molly starks honor. Mans 21 jewel 18 size hampden dueber pocket watch in a bold silverine dueber marked case.
Apr 29, 2017 dueber coin silver pocket watch case for auction. Dueber founded the dueber watch case company in cincinnati, ohio to manufacture cases for fine watches. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Pocket watch elgin dueber hunter case gorgeous antique elgin hunter case pocket watch. Dueber coin silver pocket watch case north american auction. The protective crystal is missing, mainspring is good. When looking for the number on your watch you should be looking at the serial number on the movement, not the case. It has cover for the face, a cover on back then another cover that opens so you see the inner works of watch.
Within the face are two arrow hour and minute hands and a separate secondhand dial. The following sections illustrate some characteristic marks to help you identify the type of marks you might find in a watch case and then link to a page that goes into more details about those marks. Antique 1887 elgin iii dueber silverine pocket watch with chain now 25 off. Nov 12, 20 live salesroom auction, december 8, 20, cincinnati, ohio. Is there any information you could tell me about this pocketwatch. I have a hampden dueber pocket watch that was my grandfathers. Dueber established a watch case company in cincinnati, oh in the 1860s, in association with mr. I have a hampden dueber size 18 open face pocket watch with the mark in the back president in a rectangle with pointed ends. This lot features a dueber coin silver pocket watch case. Anyone have insight on whether this is a gold or a gold filled mark. Dueber 2847888 coin railroad pocket watch case hunting dog. Antique 18s dueber silverine pocket watch case kwks elgin thick glass 21506. Dueber swiss made pocket watch with steel case 312110. Vintage watch collection american watch company key wind.
Hampden pocket watch serial numbers use this table to look up the serial number of your hampden pocket watch and hence the year of manufacture. This high quality chrome plated steel pocket watch from dueber watch co is an excellent value. Antique pocket watch silverine case no movementguts hampden dueber open face. In 1930, amtorg trading corporation purchased the dueber hampden watch company together with all of the manufacturing equipment, parts on hand, and work in progress, in order to build a factory in russia. Hampdendueber pocket watch with molly stark printed. Always input the serial number from the pocket watch movement the mechanism of the watch. The crystal has light scratches and tiny airbubbles but overall looks very good.
Make offer antique 1894 waltham pocket watch 15jgrade 220 25yr. Mason, with financial backing from former chicago mayor benjamin w. The dueber watch case company was an important employer in canton, ohio during the late 1800s and the early 1900s. Hampden dueber watch company production dates by serial number table. About this time an antitrust law was passed and the watch case manufacturers formed a boycott against dueber. Rockford watch co, illinois pocket watch 18s 9j dueber silverine case 1876 circa this is one of those fine large old rockford pocket watches. Based upon a much earlier discussion on the nawcc pocket watch.