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ANTIQUE #SA1162752

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

Status: This item has been sold
Sold by: Treasure Trove Worcester Ltd

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
 
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Antique SA1162752 shown on this page was made in 1910. For historical context, the timeline below highlights the period when it was created:
1910
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CONTACT DETAILS OF SELLER:
TREASURE TROVE WORCESTER LTD PROFILE PHOTO WHICH LINKS TO DEALER PAGE
Treasure Trove Worcester Ltd
Specialists in Fine Antique Furniture, Decorative Arts & Collectables
Worcestershire
United Kingdom
Tel: 01905 799928
STATUS
THIS ITEM HAS BEEN SOLD