11th Jan, 2023 10:00
Country House Sale
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Silver open pocket watch or fob watch
the silvered dial with gilded Roman numerals, bearing marks for possibly Charles Harris, Chester, 1889, the backplate of the movement inscribed 'Coventry', dial is 4cm approx overall including the outer case, 68g approx overall and a gilt metal thimble, unmarked, in original case, 3g approx overall (2)
Sold for £150
Estimated at £60 - £90
Silver open pocket watch or fob watch
the silvered dial with gilded Roman numerals, bearing marks for possibly Charles Harris, Chester, 1889, the backplate of the movement inscribed 'Coventry', dial is 4cm approx overall including the outer case, 68g approx overall and a gilt metal thimble, unmarked, in original case, 3g approx overall (2)
The watch does tick, but is untested and we would recommend having it serviced. The thimble is untested. Both show overall wear, marks and scratches, consistent with age and use. Winder suspected replaced.
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Auction: Country House Sale, 11th Jan, 2023
