Antique Silver Pocket Watch - Birmingham 1900, Alfred Wigley - Working
Description: A fine antique Swiss key-wound pocket watch housed in a solid silver case hallmarked for Birmingham 1900, with the maker’s mark A.W. for Alfred Wigley. This elegant example features a white enamel dial with Roman numerals and subsidiary seconds, contained within a reeded silver case. The movement is in working order and includes a winding key.
Brief History of the Maker: Alfred Wigley of Coventry was a respected case maker during the late Victorian and Edwardian periods, supplying silver watch cases for many Swiss and English watchmakers. His hallmark appears on a variety of high-quality pocket watch cases made around the turn of the 20th century.
Key Details:
Hallmark: Birmingham 1900 (date letter “a”)
Maker: Alfred Wigley (A.W.)
Case material: Solid silver
Movement: Swiss key-wound mechanical movement
Dial: White enamel with Roman numerals and subsidiary seconds dial
Crystal: Original, small chip by 4:30
Diameter: 53.7mm
Key included
Condition:
Movement in good working order (service recommended for regular use)
Case shows light tarnishing consistent with age
Hairline crack to dial and minor surface scratches
No damage to case
In excellent overall condition for its age
Summary: A lovely example of an Edwardian-era silver pocket watch by Alfred Wigley, complete with key and in working order. A solid and attractive piece suitable for use, display, or as part of a collection.
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