The Al and Carol Cali Collection
Sun, Jan 18, 2026 04:00PM EST - Sun, Feb 1, 2026 04:00PM EST
Timed Auction
Lot 50
Anna L. Silveira, Sterling Silver Case, Gilt Movement, Open Face Pocket Watch, ca. late 19th century
Estimate: $250 - $500
Sold for
$325
Sold Price excludes BP
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $50 | $10 |
| $200 | $25 |
| $1,000 | $50 |
| $3,000 | $100 |
Renowned as a San Francisco jeweler serving the Portuguese community, Anna L. Silveira retailed fine American timepieces under her own name. The case is crafted in sterling silver, open face, 16 size, with plain engine-turning to the back and a polished finish. The movement is a stem-wind, lever-set, gilt-finished American Waltham Watch Co. example, adjusted, 17 jewels, with safety pinion, numbered 618003. The dial is porcelain, featuring decorative pink and gold numerals with gilt ornament, subsidiary seconds dial, and ornate gilt hands.Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $50 + 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available.
Currently running but untested for accuracy. Case with light wear and tarnish. Dial clean with minimal wear. Overall a collectible and decorative example of Silveira’s retailed Waltham watches.
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