Silver-Tone Skeleton Pocket Watch with Hunter Case and Chain
Pocket Watch

Silver-Tone Skeleton Pocket Watch with Hunter Case and Chain

This is a silver-tone mechanical skeleton pocket watch featuring a hunter-style case with an ornate, open-worked front cover. The watch appears to be made of a polished metal, likely a base metal alloy with a silver-tone finish. The front cover is hinged and opens to reveal the watch face. The cover itself has several intricately cut-out ovals and circles, creating a decorative, filigree-like pattern that allows a glimpse of the watch dial underneath when closed (though it is open in the image). The main watch dial is white with Roman numeral hour markers in black, and minute markers around the outer edge. The center of the dial is cut away, exposing the intricate, brass-colored gears and mechanisms of the mechanical movement, a characteristic feature of a 'skeleton' watch. Three hands are visible: hour, minute, and a slimmer second hand, all in a dark color contrasting with the white dial. The watch has a prominent crown with a knurled texture for winding and setting, situated at the 3 o'clock position. Attached to the watch is a substantial silver-tone curb chain, secured by a swivel clasp or similar attachment to the watch's bail. The overall condition appears good, with some visible surface wear and slight tarnishing on the silver-tone finish, particularly on the inner surface of the hunter case and around the edges of the watch. No significant damage like deep scratches or dents are apparent from the provided image. The style suggests a modern reproduction or a vintage piece from the late 20th or early 21st century, designed to evoke a classic aesthetic. The craftsmanship appears to be of standard quality for a fashion or entry-level mechanical watch.

Estimated Value

$35-65

Basic Information

Category

Pocket Watch

Appraised On

October 23, 2025

Estimated Value

$35-65

Item Description

This is a silver-tone mechanical skeleton pocket watch featuring a hunter-style case with an ornate, open-worked front cover. The watch appears to be made of a polished metal, likely a base metal alloy with a silver-tone finish. The front cover is hinged and opens to reveal the watch face. The cover itself has several intricately cut-out ovals and circles, creating a decorative, filigree-like pattern that allows a glimpse of the watch dial underneath when closed (though it is open in the image). The main watch dial is white with Roman numeral hour markers in black, and minute markers around the outer edge. The center of the dial is cut away, exposing the intricate, brass-colored gears and mechanisms of the mechanical movement, a characteristic feature of a 'skeleton' watch. Three hands are visible: hour, minute, and a slimmer second hand, all in a dark color contrasting with the white dial. The watch has a prominent crown with a knurled texture for winding and setting, situated at the 3 o'clock position. Attached to the watch is a substantial silver-tone curb chain, secured by a swivel clasp or similar attachment to the watch's bail. The overall condition appears good, with some visible surface wear and slight tarnishing on the silver-tone finish, particularly on the inner surface of the hunter case and around the edges of the watch. No significant damage like deep scratches or dents are apparent from the provided image. The style suggests a modern reproduction or a vintage piece from the late 20th or early 21st century, designed to evoke a classic aesthetic. The craftsmanship appears to be of standard quality for a fashion or entry-level mechanical watch.

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