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Gold Plated Rectangular Art Deco Style Watch w Crocodile Strap by Waltham, 1940s

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- Vintage item - 9" total length - Rolled gold plate - Dark brown Crocodile leather strap - Mechanical movement - By Waltham - Circa 1940s - Estate acquired - Good vintage condition with wear commensurate with age and use. Some discoloration to plating on verso, not visible when worn. See photos. PLEASE NOTE: The watch is currently ticking and keeping time, but due to the vintage nature of this item we cannot guarantee the watch will continue to work as sometimes even shipping a watch can cause the movement to stop working. Watch movements can be replaced by a watch repair shop for a relatively low price. Please note that there is no warranty on the movement of this watch and it is being sold as is.
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