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Timed Auction

Pocket Watches ; Jewelry & Jewelry Grade Gemstones

Sat, Nov 8, 2025 06:00PM EST - Sun, Nov 23, 2025 03:00PM EST
  2025-11-08 18:00:00 2025-11-23 15:00:00 America/New_York Best Estate Services Best Estate Services : Pocket Watches ; Jewelry & Jewelry Grade Gemstones https://auction.bestestateservices.com/auctions/best-estate-services/pocket-watches-jewelry-jewelry-grade-gemstones-20983
$1.00 Starting Bids NO RESERVES! Opens Nov 8, staggered lot closing Nov 23. An exclusive auction of men’s vintage pocket watches, fine jewelry, and jewelry-grade gemstones. Featuring gold and silver timepieces from Elgin, Waltham, Hamilton, and more, plus 14K–18K gold rings, chains, and collectible opals, emeralds, and quartz from around the world. No reserves — all bids start at just $1! Opens Nov 8, closes Nov 23.
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Lot 977

Bulova “Minute Man” / “President” or similar Deco-era men’s watch

Estimate: $10 - $1,000
Starting Bid
$1

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $1
$20 $5
$500 $10
$1,000 $25
$5,000 $50
$10,000 $100
$15,000 $500
$20,000 $1,000
$50,000 $2,500
$100,000 $5,000
$500,000 $10,000

Watch Overview

Brand: Bulova Watch Company
Model: Bulova “Ambassador” or “Minute Man” (early rectangular men’s model)
Serial Number: 2,635,515
Movement: Bulova 7AK (17 jewels, manual wind)
Case Material: 10K rolled gold plate (RGP) or gold-filled
Country of Manufacture: U.S.A. (movement and case both American-made)
Era: Late 1940s to early 1950s


🔍 Dial and Case Description

1. Dial

  • Silvered or off-white finish with raised gold-tone Arabic numerals.

  • Sub-seconds dial at 6 o’clock (standard for Bulova watches pre-1950).

  • Classic Art Deco styling, though simplified for the post-war years.

  • “BULOVA” printed at 12 o’clock.

  • Original gold-tone dauphine-style hands.

2. Case

  • Rectangular case with flared, stepped lugs, typical of Bulova’s late 1940s aesthetic.

  • Polished bezel with a flat crystal and slightly curved case body.

  • Likely marked inside as “Bulova 10K RGP Bezel” or similar (Rolled Gold Plate).

  • Case serial begins with a “2,” which also aligns with Bulova’s 1942–1950 numbering system.

Used / Not Tested

Engraved Initials

Serial #2635515

Interesting Note

Your movement has the Bulova date code “47” (engraved near the regulator).
That indicates the movement was made in 1947, which aligns perfectly with the style — so your watch likely hit stores in 1948.

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Shipping & Pick-Up Information

General Policy:

Buyers are responsible for all shipping costs. Shipping information is not included in the purchase price of your item(s).

If you are the successful bidder, you may either:

Have your items shipped via Best Estate Services, Inc. in-house shipping department, or Collect your property in person during the designated local pick-up period.

For all shipping and pick-up inquiries, please contact us at:
📧 hello@bestestateservices.com

📞 (262) 799-5167

8. Shipping Details

All shipping will be handled in-house by Best Estate Services, Inc. via USPS unless otherwise arranged. A flat handling fee of $15.00 per package will be applied and added to your invoice along with the applicable USPS postage cost. Shipping and handling fees will appear as separate line items on your invoice. Packages will be shipped once payment for both the item(s) and shipping has been received and cleared. Tracking information will be provided via email once your package has been processed.

Note: For oversized or fragile items (such as large furniture, sculptures, or specialty pieces), please contact us prior to bidding to discuss available shipping options or to coordinate third-party freight service if required.

9. Local Pick-Up

All local pick-up arrangements must be made by Tuesday End of Day following the close of the auction. Local pickups are subject to a flat $5.00 handling fee. Local pick-up will take place 8 days after the close of the auction, on the following Monday between 4:00 PM and 6:00 PM.

Important Pick-Up Rules:

No cash will be accepted at local pick-up locations. All invoices must be paid online prior to arrival.
If you are sending someone else to pick up your items, you must provide a copy of their driver’s license in advance of pick-up for authorization.
Pick-ups are by appointment only within the designated time window.
Please contact us promptly if you are unable to attend the scheduled pick-up so alternate arrangements can be discussed.

10. Storage Fees

All items must be picked up or have shipping arranged within two (2) weeks of the auction close.
Items left beyond that time will incur a storage fee of $10 per lot per day, regardless of size or value.

Thank you for participating in our auction and for choosing Best Estate Services, Inc.
We appreciate your business and look forward to serving you again.

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📞 (262) 799-5167

Historical Context

After WWII, Bulova began producing watches both in the U.S. and at their Swiss facilities.
The 7AK movement was entirely American, and part of Bulova’s move toward reliability and mass-market precision.