Vintage Waltham Art Deco Wristwatch

This is a vintage manual-wind wristwatch by Waltham, likely dating back to the late 1930s or early 1940s based on its Art Deco aesthetic. The watch features a gold-toned, tonneau-shaped case with a round bezel, a common design of that era. The dial is highly distinctive, showcasing a two-tone copper and cream color scheme with a rectangular inner sector and stylized Arabic numeral hour markers. It includes a sub-seconds dial located at the 6 o'clock position. The hands appear to be matching gold tones. The case is integrated with an expandable metal stretch band. Regarding condition, the watch displays significant signs of age and wear. The gold plating is worn down in several areas, particularly on the lugs and case edges, revealing the base metal beneath. The acrylic crystal is heavily scratched and clouded, obscuring the dial's fine details. The dial itself shows heavy patination, discoloration, and some spotting, consistent with moisture intrusion or UV exposure over decades. The crown is present and appears to be in an original fluted style. This piece represents mid-century American watchmaking and is an excellent candidate for restoration, though its current state is considered 'as-is' or 'fair' vintage condition.

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