AUCTION : 1017

Lot#: 986

DESCRIPTION: Joseph Penlington, Liverpool, freesprung keyless lever pocket watch with enamel decorated case, 20- 21 jewels, stem wind and pin set, gilt plate movement with lever escapement, freesprung cut bimetallic balance with diamond endstone and gold timing screws in an 18 karat, yellow gold, plain polished hunting case with the rear cover with polychrome enamel cock, and with London hallmark, and date letter for the year 1882, Roman numeral, single sunk, white enamel dial, blued steel spade and whip hands, serial #15110, 53mm, 155.7g TW.
CONDITION: CASE: Fine scratches on outer surface of case; Very fine scratches on inner surface of case; Enamel with minor scratches; Rear cover hinge joint pin turned 180 degrees, sharp ends protruding; Precious metal content marked. DIAL: Very good. HANDS: Minor loss to blue, minute. MOVEMENT PLATES: Fine scratches on plate; Specks of dirt / dust. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks) .
ESTIMATE: $2500 - $3000
PRICE SOLD: $2300

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