SKU W1425

1880s 18k Yellow Gold Patek Philippe Co Pocket Watch MW Shaw Tx Dbl Hunter

$26,920

This antique Patek Philippe & Co. Genève 18k yellow gold pocket watch was retailed by M.W. Shaw of Galveston, Texas. This important estate watch features a signed white enamel dial, Roman numeral markers, subsidiary seconds, blued steel hands, an engine-turned gold hunter case, and a Patek Philippe signed mechanical movement numbered 68318.

Case by Jeannot & Shiebler.

Circa 1880s.

About MW Shaw: M. W. Shaw was Michael W. Shaw (1833-1923), a prominent Galveston jeweler whose firm is credited with establishing the first jewelry store in Texas. A jeweler to the Legendary Sam Houston, featured as an important American jeweler on Antiques Roadshow and housed in the collections of multiple museums including the Houston Museum of Fine Arts.

MakerPatek Philippe & Co., Genève
RetailerM.W. Shaw, Galveston
Metal Type18k Yellow Gold / marked 18 Carat Fine
Case StyleHunter case pocket watch
Case Size~52.4 mm
Weight136.6 grams
Movement MarkingsPatek Philippe & Co., No. 68318, Genève
Case MarkingsM.W. Shaw Galveston; Warranted 18 Carat Fine; 68318; additional maker / assay marks shown in photos
DialWhite enamel dial signed M.W. Shaw, Galveston, with Roman numeral hour markers
ConditionPre-owned antique condition with surface wear, scratches, small marks, patina, and age-related wear throughout the case, dial, crystal, and movement. Engine-turned case back shows wear and a polished central cartouche. Dial appears attractive in photos with light age-related marks visible. Mechanical service history is unknown unless otherwise stated. Timekeeping accuracy and long-term operation are not guaranteed. Please review all photos carefully for case wear, hinges, crown, bow, dial, crystal, hands, movement, case markings, and overall presentation.

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