An 18ct gold open face pocket watch by Charles Frodsham, the white enamel dial with Roman numerals and subsidiary seconds dial, to a keyless wind ¾ plate movement, the case hallmarked for London 1914, maker's mark HMF, dial and movement signed, the dial, movement and case numbered 09554, ADFmsz, (glass cracked), case diameter 6.1cm
Sold for £3,600
Estimated at £800 - £1,200
An 18ct gold open face pocket watch by Charles Frodsham, the white enamel dial with Roman numerals and subsidiary seconds dial, to a keyless wind ¾ plate movement, the case hallmarked for London 1914, maker's mark HMF, dial and movement signed, the dial, movement and case numbered 09554, ADFmsz, (glass cracked), case diameter 6.1cm
Surface wear, nicks and scuffs to dial. Large crack to glass. General surface wear to case, cover and case back close tightly. No personalisations/inscriptions to case. Light patchy wear to marks. The movement currently runs when wound but working order has not been tested and cannot be guaranteed. Gross weight approximately 204gm.
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Auction: Jewellery, Watches & Silver, 15th Nov, 2023
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