AUCTION : 0519

Lot#: 867

DESCRIPTION: Josephson, London, a triple cased verge pocket watch, gilt full plate movement with pierced and engraved balance bridge, Tompion regulator, and square baluster pillars, the outer case with underpainted horn covering in imitation of tortoise shell decorated with pique pins, the middle case with repousse ornament featuring figures and a horse surrounded by C scrolls, the inner case with London hallmark and date letter for the year 1788, roman numeral arcaded white enamel dial with arabic five minute markers, fancy gilt hands, serial #2-2922, 59mm
CONDITION: CASE: Outer case with cracks, minor lifting and very minor losses to horn; Three pins missing; Outer case catch and button replaced; Middle case abraded and with replaced catch button; Inner case with minor dents, dings and scratches; Pendant poorly repaired; Bow replaced. DIAL: Scratches. HANDS: Oxidation. MOVEMENT PLATES: Minor marks and scratches on plates; Balance cock and regulator plate screws with blue lacquer; Dirty. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Not running, good staff, needs service.
ESTIMATE: $300 - $400
PRICE SOLD: $400

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