Modern collectors frequently debate the type of markings applied to gold and gold-filled pocket watch cases. Unfortunately, these discussions have perpetuated various myths about what distinguishes a solid gold case.
Most American watch case manufacturers experimented with various methods to market cases that were more durable and less expensive than precious metals while maintaining a similar appearance. One of the.
The Ladd Stiffened Gold Watch Case Trade Card, c.1881 George W. Ladd secured a patent in 1867 for his novel method of manufacturing cases. In this process, the center frame.
Seeger and Guernsey's Cyclopedia of The Manufacturers and Products of the United States Analyzing original sources is critical to understanding the American watch industry within the context of the era..
Pictured: “Dragon Cases” Burlington Watch Company Catalog, c.1911. One of the more unusual case designs offered by the Burlington Watch Company featured a dragon engraved on the exterior with stylistic.
Pictured: Illinois Watch Case Company Factory, Where the Santa Fe Special Watch Cases Are Produced, c.1920 Santa Fe Watch Company Catalog The beautiful gold-filled cases paired with Santa Fe Special.
