Offered here is a classic and highly collectible Hamilton “Cyril”, introduced in 1955 during the golden era of American watchmaking. This model represents Hamilton’s refined mid-century design language, combining elegant proportions with one of their finest hand-wound movements.
Original sterling silver dial with applied solid 18K gold Arabic numerals, as confirmed in period Hamilton advertising.
Beautiful original condition with honest aging and light patina
Sub-seconds register at 6 o’clock
Clear, legible, and untouched
Strong Art Deco influence in numeral design
This is one of the Cyril’s defining features—true gold numerals, not plated.
Hamilton Caliber 730 – 17 Jewels
High-grade, American-made movement
Introduced in the mid-1950s as part of Hamilton’s premium line
Known for reliability and smooth operation
Serviced and running strong:
Fully disassembled and cleaned
Properly lubricated and regulated
New mainspring installed
Keeping accurate time on machine testing
Original Hamilton Watch Co. case
10K gold-filled bezel with stainless steel back (correct configuration)
Measures approx. 28mm (with crown), ~36mm lug-to-lug
Elegant curved lug design typical of the model
Condition:
Very good overall with light wear consistent with age
Presents extremely nice on the wrist
Appears original
Clean and clear with minimal wear
Correct profile for the case
Comes on a vintage leather strap (likely original to the watch)
Aged and somewhat brittle due to age (~70 years)
Standard spring bars for easy replacement
The Hamilton Cyril is a standout among 1950s Hamilton models for several reasons:
✔ Solid 18K gold applied numerals (rare at this level)
✔ Powered by the respected Caliber 730
✔ Transitional design bridging Art Deco and mid-century styling
✔ Confirmed in original Hamilton advertising
This is a true collector-grade American dress watch, offering both historical significance and strong wrist presence.
Vintage estate watch
Light wear consistent with age
Not water-resistant – do not expose to moisture
Mechanical watches are not quartz-accurate
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