W.W.I. British Army (India) Wrist Watch. 1917

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W.W.I. British Army (India) Wrist Watch. 1917

Heavy sterling silver case with snap-on bezel, hinged back and inner dust cover. Wire lugs. Stamped with British import hallmark corresponding to the year 1917. Case diameter (not including crown) : 35mm. Case condition : 85%.

Black enamel dial with subsidiary seconds. Luminous numerals and skeleton hands (luminous paint faded with age). Dial marked with the British War Department arrow over the letter "I" (British Army India). Below this is the reference number, "1922"(partially rubbed). Dial condition : 95%.

Nickel plated, 15 jewel Swiss made lever movement (unsigned). Movement condition : 90%. Time keeping : good.

Nice example of a rare W.W.I. official issue wrist watch.

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