Expert: Melvin Mills - 9/18/2008

Question
Dear Melvin,
While going through some of my fathers items after he passed away, I found an E.Howard 17J pocketwatch in it's original case and I have been able to find limited information on it from the internet. It is a Series VII at 1" & 11/16 size. White gold with a movement serial number of 47135. It appears to be in excellent shape and still works and I can send an some images of it if needed. I have no interest in keeping this, as I have no background on it, but I want to find a reputable collector in the eastern Pennsylvania region that would be interested in appraising and purchasing this. I was wondering if you could recommend the type of person I'm looking for. Thank you for your help!
Eric

Answer
Eric,

Can you tell me some of the towns/cities that are near you?

I will try to find someone in my watch club that can help you.

You are wise to get it appraised.  Howard watches are very collectible and depending on the condition, it could be worth something in the thousands.  

Let me know your location and I will see what I can do.

Kind regards,

Melvin