Rare Huge 1890s Solid 18K Gold Demi Hunter Pocket Watch Start Price USD 2,900.00 Current Price USD 2,900.00 Time Left 19 days 20 hours 54 minutes Bid Count 0 Buy It Now Price - Reserve Price - Start Time Sunday, November 30, 2008 End Time Thursday, January 29, 2009 Location Sonoma County See more about 'Rare Huge 1890s Solid 18K Gold Demi Hunter Pocket Watch' Description Rare antique 19 size 18k solid gold and enamel demi-hunter case pocket watch in excellent original condition.  Very large, heavy, and wonderful to hold.  Gorgeous solid 18K yellow gold case with black enamel Arabic numerals going around the case lid apeture.  The enamel is in excellent original condition.  The case is excellent with minor normal scratches from light use, but extremely nice overall.  Solid 18K gold throughout including the inner dust cover, crown, sleave, and bow.  Note the original hallmarks in place.  Stunning original white porcelain dial with black Arabic numerals and original blue steel hands.  Note the proper original double spade hour hand corresponding to the numbers on the closed lid as well as open.  The movment is a high quality Swiss movement that is completely unsigned as many of them were.  Running strong, but losing about 10 minutes daily, easy to correct with a normal cleaning.  The motion of the balance wheel is excellent and the movement is all original and should require only the most basic service.  Weighs 117 grams.  Truly a spectacular and unusual pocket watch, sure to delight anyone who appreciates high quality solid gold timepieces as well as something  a bit different! "Fine Print":  PLEASE READ, UNDERSTAND, AND ACCEPT THE FOLLOWING PRIOR TO BIDDING:   Those who accept our policies always have a great eBay experience when doing business with us.  All items carefully described to the best of our ability. Please ask all questions prior to bidding on this item. This is the "inspection" period just like a live auction. All sales are final unless proved that there was gross misrepresentation in our description. Please do not save questions until the last minute as they may not be able to be answered in time. We usually respond to emails within 24 hours. CLICK ON OUR "ME" PAGE TO FIND OUT MORE ABOUT US!  You may reach us by phone at 707-577-8813 between 10AM and 5PM California (PST) time.  Ask for the Ebay department.  A NOTE ABOUT GOLD CONTENT:  We are long established professional jewelers.  Whenever a claim is made as to metal content or karat purity, it has been verified by jeweler's hallmarks or tested to industry standards.  We unconditionally guarantee the content stated in our descriptions.  We will specify if an item is not solid gold. Payment Options:  We accept PayPal, personal checks, money orders, wire transfers, or credit cards (Visa or Mastercard) directly over the phone.  IF PAYING WITH A CC OVER THE PHONE: YOU MUST HAVE ACCESS TO A FAX MACHINE AND WE MUST SHIP TO A VERIFIED ADDRESS.  WE WILL FAX A RECEIPT TO YOU WHICH MUST BE SIGNED AND FAXED BACK PRIOR TO SHIPPING.   Payment is expected within seven days from the close of auction.  Sales in California must add 8% sales tax. DOMESTIC SHIPPING:   Buyer pays for shipping via USPS priority mail OR UPS insured.  Items are normally shipped within two business days following receipt of payment or checks clearing.  If you need it tomorrow, it is best to call us and we can usually accommodate any special requests.  Express service available at additional cost. We are always happy to combine shipping.  Actual rates are based on the final cost of the item.  Approximate domestic shipping costs are  posted but a $1.00 handling fee plus insurance costs will be added to the invoice.  Therefore, the actual cost of shipping may go up based on the final value of the item for insurance. Typical total domestic shipping costs are $6.50-$12.00 for values from $0.01- $500.00 (slightly more for items over two pounds or larger sizes).    INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING:   International shipping varies depending on the value and size of the item, as well as location.  We normally ship internationally via USPS Priority, Registered, or Express mail.  High value items are shipped via FedEx insured.  Contact us for approximate international shipping costs. Our Promise:  Since 1998 we have been striving to provide our eBay customers with exquisite, high quality merchandise while offering excellent, safe, and secure shipping and exemplary customer service.  Don't be skeptical of our no reserve auctions.  Our experience with the eBay system is that our high-ticket items sell for strong but fair prices, and we are comfortable allowing the bidders to set the value for most of our items.  Occasionally we set modest reserves that are based in reality.  We know you will love our items and our service.  If you are not satisfied for any reason, please let us know so that we may work with you to make you happy.  Place a Bid!