Steamship Pulaski Shipwreck S.T. Tobias & Co. 18kt Gold Open-face Watch, Liverpool, wonderfully chased and engine-turned case retaining much of its detail, with what was originally a silvered or multicolored roman numeral dial that still shows the engraved floral center, and gilt hand set marking 11:05, minutes following the explosion, swing-out key-wind, key-set movement marked "S.T. Tobias & Co./Liverpool," with dust cover, interior case back markings "5725" below the 18 mark and partial retailer's hallmark depicting an eagle, dia. 48 mm, 94g. Note: This watch, along with a recount of the disaster, was written up in an article in the Charlotte Observer, June 17, 2018, by Mark Price. Estimate $12,000-15,000 Items may have wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
