H a m i l t o n P i p i n g R o c k
c. 1 9 3 0
Scarce Hamilton “Piping Rock” men’s Art Deco design wristwatch in solid 14K white gold with black enamel bezel, circa 1930.
Among the most recognizable and sought-after of the early Hamilton models, the “Piping Rock” has fantastic Art Deco stylized Roman numerals set in black enamel and hinged lugs that flex to make the watch more comfortable on the wrist. Considered by some to be the most beautiful American wristwatch every produced, it was named for the exclusive Piping Rock Club on Long Island, New York, which opened in 1912. The watch sold for $125.00 in 1930 and with only 5,986 examples produced in white gold, it is a fairly scarce watch today. This example is in crisp, excellent condition showing almost no wear to the gold case. Hinged lugs are excellent. Black enamel is excellent and complete, with only a few faint marks. Caseback is superb and unengraved. Case measures 43mm long and 29mm wide. Refinished dial is superb. Has new glass crystal. This watch is powered by its correct 19-jewel Hamilton grade 979-F adjusted movement.
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