Appleton, Tracy & Co., a high-grade division of the American Waltham Watch Co., was known for fine adjusted movements during the late 19th and early 20th century. This example was retailed by Anna L. Silveira, San Francisco, one of the few documented female jewelers of the period. The case is gold-filled, pair-case style with screw-off bezel and back, 16 size.The movement is a stem-wind, lever-set Appleton, Tracy & Co., gilt finish with damascene decoration, safety pinion, and adjusted, numbered 6002834. The dial is porcelain, featuring bold Arabic numerals, subsidiary seconds, gilt scroll-and-star motif, and spade hands, signed Anna L. Silveira, San Francisco.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.
Condition
Currently running but untested for accuracy. Case with wear and surface marks. Dial with hairlines and toning. Subsidiary seconds hand missing. Crystal over movement is original with a small check. Overall a collectible California private-label Appleton, Tracy & Co. example with desirable retailer signature.