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Hi Melvin,
I have a pocket watch that appears to be solid gold. Inside the case it says C.W.C. Co. and has a trade mark with a star and crescent moon between the words "trade" and "mark". It has a serial # of 1563111. I appreciate any help you can give me.
Thank you,
Sue
Sue,
There should be some marking to determine if the case is solid gold. If there are no indicators for gold content, then it is not likely to be solid gold.
Only 5% of cases were solid gold statistically it is not likely to be gold.
Kind regards,
Melvin
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Melvin Mills
Expertise
I can answer questions regarding the repair of quartz watches and antique American pocket watches. I cannot give appraisals. My expertise is in watches, not clocks.
Experience
I am trained to repair quartz and mechanical watches, both modern and antique. My business focus is on quartz watches and antique pocket watches. I have been in this field for almost 5 years.
Organizations
I belong to the National Association of Watch and Clock Collectors (NAWCC).
Education/Credentials
I am a Certified Master Horologist from the National Institute of Horology.
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