Dudley no3 masonic pocket watch phoenixmasonry, inc. Guaranteed authentic watches with unrivaled selections at the lowest prices. It may be marked with a huge sign in the yard, or a simple cornerstone. William wallace dudley and his masonic watch victor stoltz and e. Aug 12, 2012 this is a dudley, series 1, masonic pocket watch. The masonic watch continued to be produced by the p. Check out michael larsens appraisal of a dudley masonic movement pocket watch, ca. An extremely rare white gold metal open face series 1 masonic pocket watch, no. It appears that this watch was never carried throughout its entire lifetime. Im a big fan of nice pocket watches, so maybe when i make my first million ill acquire one of these for my personal collection, lol.
These are very rare, extremely valuable and were made in lancaster pennsylvania by the dudley watch company. Wadsworth pilot case serial numbers lastflighthhs diary. Their first masonic pocket watch was a 14 size, 19 jeweled watch with a 14k gold case. Well happy birthday to you and what agreat present and what a great movement, i can see why you always wanted one. I also showed him my copy of the masonic watches of william wallace dudley, by thomas w. What is the value of a dudley masonic pocket watch answers. A dudley masonic no 1 sold in may on ebay for 5,500. Breitling a356 mop dial factory diamond bezel chronomat. T is a holy bible which someone told me shows it is a.
Dudley started his own watch company on or about 1922 in lancaster county pennsylvania. These limited edition, highly decorated, hand crafted masterpieces continue to. Celiene, 3 years ago love it pwcollector, 3 years ago i do not own a dudley watch, but i have a book titled, the masonic watches of william wallace dudley, by thomas w. Wood, who were partners in a retail jewelry store in lancaster. Anyone who has held one of the famous dudley masonic pocket watches of the 1920s already knows just how very special they are, long considered to be one of the rarest and most valuable masonic timepieces in the world. Rare dudley model 2 display case pocket watch with sunburst radiant dial all in.
One being that of masonic time pieces with a good account of the dudley. Season 22 episode 1 1m 3s check out michael larsens appraisal of a dudley masonic movement pocket watch, ca. Freemason pocket watch duotone steel and gold color emblem mason square and compass design masonic quartz watches. Discussion in american pocket watches started by twynk, nov 11, 20. T is a holy bible which someone told me shows it is a series 2. Open face antique pocket watches gold plated 1920now year. Freemasons watch masonic symbol on gold color steel band full gold face dial watches for free masons click price to.
Dudley produced pocket watches using the standard case and dial designs of that time period, but it was only upon turning the timepiece over that the exposed movement using the masonic emblems was revealed. I have up for sale a dudley watch that i have had for years. Changing the battery on a cheap pocket watch duration. Gold 1921 elgin bw raymond railroad grade 19 jewel pocket watch large 16s nice. What is the value of a 1st design dudley masonic watch. On may 20, 1920, they incorporated the dudley watch company. Baker company from 1925 to 1935, and by the xl watch company of new york from 1935 to 1976. The freemason pocket watch, a numbered limited edition of only 500 timepieces by barclay watch co. Very rare dial with masonic symbols as hour markers. Aug 19, 2011 today, dudley s are highly desired by both pocket watch collectors and freemasons.
Brother clark is the one if memory serves me, wrote a number of books on masonic collectables. The model 1 was a 14size watch using their own plate design, and waltham wheels and escapement. Rare dudley masonic pocket watch series 1 with original. Some were recently donated by julius clark, i believe that is how you spell his name. Check out michael larsens antiques roadshow appraisal of this dudley masonic movement pocket watch, ca. Theres even a pocket for a booklet, but there isnt a booklet for that pocket. Dudley started his own watch company on or about 1922 in lancaster county pennsylvania and produced only about 4000 pocket watches. This is the rarest of the three series, a series one, of which only about 1400 were made. The wife of a highranking freemason shares her thoughts on the big boys club.
Dudley masonic pocket watch, model 2, gilded skeletonized plates with engraved masonic devices. The back of the watch has all of the working tools of a mason. Movement 2580, with exhibition back, masonic symbol and silver holy bible decoration piece. It is the star of my modest collections of dudleys. For over 85 years dudley masonic pocket watches have been proudly carried by masons world wide.
Jun 03, 2009 for the love of physics walter lewin may 16, 2011 duration. It is the star of my modest collections of dudley s. Dudley masonic pocket watch series 1 this is a dudley, series 1, masonic pocket watch. Dudley joined with george adams and john wood, two fellow masons and local jewelers, to create his company. Rare dudley masonic pocket watch series 1 with original case.
For the love of physics walter lewin may 16, 2011 duration. Waltham colonial series open face 14k yellow gold pocket watch 14s 19 jewel. Shipping in usa or international please contact both ups stores for quote. Antiques roadshow harrisburg, hour 1 season 22 episode 1. It is a sign universally recognized throughout the world for centuries, as a symbol of truth, morality, and brotherly love. It appears that this watch was never carried throughout its.
Keystone watch case, 14 k gold filled, what looks like j boss and the numbers 7954167. Celebrate roadshows new season with a firsttime visit to harrisburg to search for treasures including a pennsylvania dutch coffeepot from around 1880. Model 1 model 2 and model 3 plus 14 more masonic pocketwatches. Vintage dudley masonic 19 jewels pocket watch, open face and back. Dudley watch, dudley pocket watch, dudley pocketwatches. In 1918, dudley started work on a new masonic watch with its bridge plates in the form of masonic symbols.
The waltham pocket watch 17170235 is a model 1900, 16jewel ladies watch with a hunter full case. It may be a large, impressive building, or a small humble one. It belonged to my greatgrandfather, who was a 32nd degree mason and was the sheriff of lake county, ohio. His masonic watch underwent three changes in design on the movement and each was given a series number. While the company produced other watches, it is the masonic watch for which dudley is most famous, and they continue to be highlyprized by both watch collectors and masons. Rare dudley masonic model 2 display case pocket watch masonic pocket watch. The first series of dudley masonic emblem watches was 14 size, and serial numbers ranged from 500 to 1,900. The back side of the watch shows the inner workings shaped as the working tools of a mason and a bible. In 1918, dudley began work on the production of a masonic watch with its bridge plate in the form of masonic symbols a slipper, plumb, trowel, level, square, compass, the letter g. It is housed in an 18k goldfilled case 18k goldfilled cases are unheard of. Dudley masonic pocket watch washington dc city pages. The first series of dudley masonic emblem watches was 14 size, and serial. Dudley started his own watch company on or about 1922 in lancaster county pennsylvania and produced only. Rare dudley masonic pocket watch series 1 with original case and documentation this is a very rare dudley masonic pocket watch.
Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. They incorporated in 1920, opening their company in lancaster, pennsylvania. Brother william wallace dudley built his factory in lancaster, pennsylvania, after working many years for the hamilton watch company. Discussion in media resources started by kwilbourn, jun 6, 2011. Master masonic quartz mens pocket watch freemason two tone silver plating gold plating with chain. This smashhit actionadventure series was one of the most popular shows of the 1980s.
Jan 15, 2018 greetings brothers, welcome to masonic find. His series 1 was produced in 1922 and it was 15 size, 19jewels and 14k yellow gold. Watch has inset second hand dial and engraved cover with keystone shield. Antique pocket watches with 19 jewels for sale ebay. I thought the viewers would like to see my dudley masonic pocket watch.
Our wide selection is eligible for free shipping and free returns. Today im going to be showing you some fantastic masonic novelty items that im sure you never knew you could get. Get the best deals on open face antique pocket watches gold plated 1920now year of manufacture when you shop the largest online selection at. By continuing to use this site, you are agreeing to our use of cookies. Learn how to download your favorite netflix series and shows to watch without internet connection. The parts actually produced at the dudley plant included the pillar plates, emblem bridges, and the spring barrels and arbors. Rare dudley masonic model 2 display case pocket watch w. Dudley masonic pocket watch rare model 1 freemasonry. Also in the series 3 dudley the silver bible is riveted on to the arbor plate and the plumb is rounded on the top. Designing and producing masonic themed watches for over 15 years at the end, dudley achieved his dream. Jan 08, 2018 rare dudley masonic pocket watch series 1 with original case and documentation this is a very rare dudley masonic pocket watch. Half hunter masonic pocket watch g124 pm the half hunter g124 masonic pocket watch features a 17 jewelled mechanical movement set in a gol. I have collected all three dudley masonic pocket watches.
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