An open face fob watch, the engine-turned gilt dial with Arabic numerals and bead border, to a keyless wind movement, the case signed W.R. BULLEN, London St. Norwich, stamped '0,750' and numbered 209768, with Swiss gold mark, monogrammed, case diameter 3.55cm
Sold for £320
Estimated at £120 - £180
An open face fob watch, the engine-turned gilt dial with Arabic numerals and bead border, to a keyless wind movement, the case signed W.R. BULLEN, London St. Norwich, stamped '0,750' and numbered 209768, with Swiss gold mark, monogrammed, case diameter 3.55cm
Surface wear, scuffs, nicks and patchy dark discolouration to dial. General surface wear to case and glass with occasional dings and dents to case. Cover and case back close fairly tightly. Marks have patchy wear. Top loop is loose. The movement runs when wound but is untested for working order, which cannot be guaranteed. Metal standard is untested. Gross weight approximately 42.8gm.
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Auction: Jewellery, Watches & Silver, 15th Nov, 2023
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