Code: 4.339
This is a silver pair cased English verge with hallmarks for London 1747
The watch runs well and keeps excellent time for its age
Please note we cannot offer a guarantee on the fusee watch chain. Should this break, repairs will be charged at cost.
Movement – the gilt full plate verge fusee movement has square baluster pillars and a large winged watch cock with a pierced D shaped foot. The movement also has raised pierced and engraved work including a finger acting as a pointer on the silver regulator. The movement is signed “Chs Delapont, London, 1553”. The movement is in 99% mint condition – stunning condition
Inner case – the movement comes in a silver inner case where the watch is wound from the back, set from the front and swings out from the front also. The case has clear assay marks, is numbered 1553 and has case maker’s marks DC. The case has its original bow and stem, free from repair or damage. The case has a smooth plain finish and is in 95% mint condition – an excellent example
Outer case – the original outer case has a large box hinge and original button. The case has a smooth plain finish and is in 95% mint condition – again a superb example
Dial – the silver champleve dial has steel beetle and poker hands and black enamel numbers. The dial is decorated with a brushed finish on the main part of the dial and each cartouche has a polished finish. The dial is signed “Delapont, London” and is in 95% mint condition – light scratches
The watch has a bulls eye mineral glass.
The watch measures 49mm wide x 26mm deep
The watch is key wound / key set and comes with a gilt crank key correct for the period and watch.
