21st May, 2019 12:30
The Watches Auction
AN EIGHTEEN CARAT GOLD OPEN FACE KEY WIND POCKET WATCH
NINETEENTH CENTURY EIGHTEEN CARAT GOLD OPEN FACE KEY WIND POCKET WATCH,
the round white dial with Roman numerals in black, subsidiary seconds at 6, railroad outer seconds track in black, ornate blued steel hands, 46mm case, with London assay marks for 1865, 71.5g
The condition of watches offered at auction varies widely due to factors including age, possible restoration, repair and general wear and tear. Condition reports relate to watches’ condition at the time of inspection by McTear’s specialists, McTear’s cannot guarantee watches to function beyond that point. Watches are not tested in house for accuracy, duration or water tightness. Buyers should assume that all watches purchased will require regular servicing to be useable and reliable. If McTear’s have been unable to open a watch case safely, the completeness and functionality of the movement within cannot be commented on or guaranteed. McTear’s cannot offer any form of guarantee that movements and/or all component parts are original to any watch.
Sold for £190
Estimated at £200 - £400
Condition Report
No key to test if this is in working condition.
Unable to access movement.
In well worn condition.
Case scratched.
Acrylic marked, dust specs underneath.
Dial discoloured, marked and cracked.
All hands intact - corroded.
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