The condition of lots can vary widely and the nature of the lots sold means that they are unlikely to be in a perfect condition. Lots are sold in the condition they are in at the time of sale.
The case shows normal signs of wear, commensurate with a watch of this age and has been polished. The backs of the lugs have scratches from the spring bars. The case back is in good condition with some scratches and has been lightly polished. The inside case back has watchmaker's marks. The bezel has scratches and several cracks. The dial shows signs of age and appears to be original. It has developed a heavy green patina throughout and the hour markers have completely darkened. There is also some white spotting mixed in and patina on the rehaut. The hands have been relumed. They have developed patina and the lume has darkened considerably with age. The seconds hand lume is completely rusted. The end links are numbered '16' and the bracelet '1039.' The clasp is marked '4, 66,' the correct time period for the watch. The bracelet shows signs of wear, commensurate with its age and has little stretch. The movement is in working order at the time of cataloging, consistent with the age of the watch. The movement has not been tested for accuracy. A service is recommended given the age of the watch.
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