$492
Pocket Watch Identified to Warren F. Parker, 5th Massachusetts Volunteer Militia, c. 1861, wooden case with a blue silk lining, a Confederate Gardner round, a silver watch case with a horse on the back, and an eagle and flags on the front, marked inside the back of the case "Detached Lever/13 Jewels/Lutz Brothers/Locle & N.Y." and on the dial MARINE TIME PIECE/LUTZ BROTHERS," with chain and key, and a patriotic envelope cover found under the top case lining with a flag and "OLD WOBURN IS FOR THE/RED, WHITE, AND BLUE." and "F. Warren Parker/9th Co. 5th Regt. M.V.M./Washington, D.C." Provenance: The collection of Nicholas A. Penachio. Note: Warren F. Parker enlisted in the 5th Massachusetts Volunteer Militia on July 31, 1861. Estimate $200-400 In overall good condition with some patina on the silver. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2018-04-27
