Historical information
The watch was owned by Jack Grinton No 1043, 38th Batt AIF 1916-19. Part of the Grinton collection which included hundreds of negatives and developed photos that he took during the Great War. Refer Cat No 1280 for service details. Refer 1317P, 1320P.
Physical description
.1 Wristwatch and jewels, Swiss made. Face is white with gold numbering.
.2 Leather watch cover in 3 sections: top and bottom straps, watch backing and cover with metal press stud.
Inscriptions & markings
.2 Inside top cover: "JWG", impressed map of Australia with lettering "DON" and underneath "trade mark registered". Metal stud on wrist strap has "Made in Germany"
