RARE LARGE POCKET WATCH TWO-SIDED TRADE SIGN.

Late 19th early 20th century, American. This exceptional sheet tin example with black dial and cutout Roman numerals in the chapter ring centering the jewelers name “J.C. LEWIS JEWELER”. Centering stylized clock hands. Dial is backed with a translucent sheet in white paint which can be illuminated from within. NOTE: Accompanying this sign is a letter written in Berlin, N.H. on which is a photograph of Main Street in Berlin, N.H. a trade sign nearly identical to the one offered here today is clearly seen in the photo. SIZE: 56-1/2″ h x 40″dia. x 8-1/2″ w. CONDITION: The watch case in gold paint with apertures to left and right of the central stem for access to electrical wires and lighting. In very fine condition with minimal losses to gold paint. The two sheets forming the dial in generally very good structural condition. The “W” in Lewis has a split, otherwise with minimal losses to black enamel paint on exterior of dial. 50499-10 (5,000-7,000) – Lot 2074

Auction: Fine Art, Asian & Antique Auction - August 2016

Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

Image	Lot	Price	Description
	2074	$2,370.00	RARE LARGE POCKET WATCH TWO-SIDED TRADE SIGN. Late 19th early 20th century, American. This exceptional sheet tin example with black dial and cutout Roman numerals in the chapter ring centering the jewelers name “J.C. LEWIS JEWELER”. Centering stylized clock hands. Dial is backed with a translucent sheet in white paint which can be illuminated from within. NOTE: Accompanying this sign is a letter written in Berlin, N.H. on which is a photograph of Main Street in Berlin, N.H. a trade sign nearly identical to the one offered here today is clearly seen in the photo. SIZE: 56-1/2″ h x 40″dia. x 8-1/2″ w. CONDITION: The watch case in gold paint with apertures to left and right of the central stem for access to electrical wires and lighting. In very fine condition with minimal losses to gold paint. The two sheets forming the dial in generally very good structural condition. The “W” in Lewis has a split, otherwise with minimal losses to black enamel paint on exterior of dial. 50499-10 (5,000-7,000) – Lot 2074 Auction: Fine Art, Asian & Antique Auction - August 2016 Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

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RARE LARGE POCKET WATCH TWO-SIDED TRADE SIGN.