Hamilton Ventura 14K gold oversized electric vintage wrist watch circa 1958.
Original dial with light age spots. Calibre 500 battery powered mechanical movement.
The Ventura, the world's first battery powered watch, was introduced in January of
1957. A most attractive and popular futuristic design which was featured in the
movie 'Men in Black'.
This watch was formerly the property of Phillip K. Wrigley, the chewing gum tycoon and
owner of the Chicago cubs.
Early Hamilton electric watches are somewhat delicate. They can be temperamental and are
not recommended for daily use.