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Very rare Hamilton “Spur” men’s Art Deco wristwatch in solid 14K white gold with black enamel bezel, circa 1929.
The “Spur” is among the most recognizable and sought-after early Hamilton wristwatch models and belongs in every Hamilton collection. As Hamilton’s first asymmetric wristwatch, it was a preview of the wild designs of the 1950s that were still more than 25 years in the future. The “Spur” was enormously expensive in 1929, selling for $125.00. It is very rare, with Hamilton records showing that only 686 were produced in white gold. With Roman numerals set in a black enamel bezel and dramatic swirling, stepped lugs, the “Spur” is the penultimate in American Art Deco design from the 1920s. This example is in crisp, excellent condition with well-defined stepped lugs and superb, complete enamel. Caseback is excellent and unengraved. The case measures 33mm long and 29mm wide. Dial has been beautifully restored to its correct original appearance with a silver butler finish. Has new glass crystal. This watch is powered by its correct 19 jewel Hamilton grade 979-F adjusted movement.
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