In reply to I wonder why watches end up… by mybulova_admin
In reply to I wonder why watches end up… by mybulova_admin
1961 Bulova Duchess "E"
I suspect many long ago mis-matched boxes are the result of jewelry store "innocent human error". Most watches were displayed (unnamed) in showcases without the box or a nameplate. Box was under the counter beneath the watch display. Customer says "I'll take that one". Clerk reaches under the counter, pulls out a clamshell case and sees " diamonds, solid 14K gold and 23 jewel movement" on inside. That's the correct box and nobody knows any different for 60 years.
Another common mis-match is estate cleaning. The internet has made that more obvious - One Bulova watch in dresser drawer and 1 Bulova box in closet "they must go together". Those are usually pretty easy to recognize ( ex. -1930's watch in a 1960's box)