Open the back cover of the watch with your fingernail and look for identifying names — a magnifying glass or loupe may be necessary. A Waltham pocket watch will have “A.W.W. Co.” and “Waltham, Mass.” on the movement, which is the inner workings of the pocket watch. This will also include the grade of the watch.

Each timepiece has been engraved with a serial number since 1852, starting with number 50. The serial number will pinpoint the year of manufacture but not the exact date. Additionally, Waltham identified each pocket watch’s model name on the movement. Serial numbers to date the watch are only found on movements.

In operation between 1852 and 1957, over 40 million fine specimens of pocket watches, wrist watches, clocks and other precision instruments were produced by the Waltham factory. It was one of the most prolific American watch companies and by the early 1870s Waltham watches were winning prizes all over the world.

Waltham watches are very collectible and can be a great addition to a collection. They are also a good vintage watch to own if you are looking for a slice of real American history.

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The American Waltham Pocket Watch, Model 1857, made in 1867, Serial number 285208 14kt Gold has an estimated value on the secondary retail market for an of average of $750.00-825.00, 18kt gold $1100.00-1600.00, depending on the condition and where it is for sale at.

Find the serial number on your Wittnauer pocket watch. In most Wittnauer watches, the serial number is engraved on the movement under the “Wittnauer” stamp.