Antique Silver J.w. Benson Trench Wristwatch, London 1915

Name: Antique Silver J.w. Benson Trench Wristwatch, London 1915
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1162752
Availability: SoldOut

1900 - 1920

Sold by Treasure Trove Worcester Ltd

Description

Antique Silver J.W. Benson Trench Wristwatch, London 1915

A good early 20th century gentleman’s wristwatch by J.W. Benson of London, dating to 1915 and typical of the officer’s “trench watches” worn during the First World War.

This piece features a Swiss-made jewelled movement housed in a solid sterling silver case with screw-back and screw-front construction. The white enamel dial is signed J.W. Benson, London, with bold luminous Arabic numerals, blued skeleton hands, and a subsidiary seconds dial at 6 o’clock. The crystal has a slight blue tinge, a notable feature. Original dark brown leather strap with nickel buckle.

The inside case back is fully hallmarked for sterling silver, London 1915, with sponsor's mark GS (George Stockwell). Matching case and movement numbers.

Offered in good original condition. The dial has some wear and faint hairlines, and the strap shows signs of age. Working very happily, though unserviced and not sold with a guarantee for the movement

Length: 22 cm

Case diameter: 3.5 cm (excluding crown)

Physical Dimensions

Height

3.5cm (1.38")

Width

22cm (8.66")

Depth

1cm (0.39")

Declaration

Treasure Trove Worcester Ltd has dated this piece to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1162752

Dealers Notes

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Description

Antique Silver J.W. Benson Trench Wristwatch, London 1915

A good early 20th century gentleman’s wristwatch by J.W.

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Benson of London, dating to 1915 and typical of the officer’s “trench watches” worn during the First World War.

Treasure Trove Worcester Ltd

fig 1. Antique Silver J.W. Benson Trench Wristwatch, London 1915 — fig 1. Antique Silver J.w. Benson Trench Wristwatch, London 1915

This piece features a Swiss-made jewelled movement housed in a solid sterling silver case with screw-back and screw-front construction. The white enamel dial is signed J.W. Benson, London, with bold luminous Arabic numerals, blued skeleton hands, and a subsidiary seconds dial at 6 o’clock. The crystal has a slight blue tinge, a notable feature. Original dark brown leather strap with nickel buckle.

fig 2. Antique Silver J.W. Benson Trench Wristwatch, London 1915 — fig 2. Antique Silver J.w. Benson Trench Wristwatch, London 1915

The inside case back is fully hallmarked for sterling silver, London 1915, with sponsor's mark GS (George Stockwell). Matching case and movement numbers.

Offered in good original condition. The dial has some wear and faint hairlines, and the strap shows signs of age. Working very happily, though unserviced and not sold with a guarantee for the movement

Length: 22 cm

Case diameter: 3.5 cm (excluding crown)