An early 20th century 18ct gold hunter pocket watch, the white enamel dial with Roman numerals and subsidiary seconds dial, to a keyless wind movement, the case with Chester hallmark, dial and movement signed Russells Limited, 18 Church Street, Liverpool, movement and case numbered 67488, case diameter 5cm
Sold for £1,000
Estimated at £500 - £700
An early 20th century 18ct gold hunter pocket watch, the white enamel dial with Roman numerals and subsidiary seconds dial, to a keyless wind movement, the case with Chester hallmark, dial and movement signed Russells Limited, 18 Church Street, Liverpool, movement and case numbered 67488, case diameter 5cm
Scuffs, light surface wear and occasional nicks/chips to dial. Surface wear to glass. Scuffs, scratches, dings and areas of pitting to case, cover closes fairly tightly with slight gapping. Tool marks to case sides. Patchy wear to marks, date letter is indistinct. The movement currently runs when wound but is untested for working order, which cannot be guaranteed. Gross weight approximately 86.8gm.
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Auction: Jewellery, Watches & Silver, 15th Nov, 2023
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