What is the value of a model 1908 Waltham pocket watch with a serial number of 20157917?

Your watch is a Model 1908 (aka Model 08) Royal grade, size 16 open face watch. It has a 17-jewel adjusted movement, with Waltham's patented Breguet hairspring balance. The manufacture date is 1914.

The value of your watch depends largely on the composition, appearance, and condition. Watches of this model in running condition auction for the approximate average prices shown below:

Silveroid finish..............$75

Gold-filled....................$150

14k Gold/white gold......$450+

If your watch is 14k or 18k, it would be wise to have it professionally appraised.

[December 2010]