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THIS WATCH AND 120 OTHER RARE POCKET WATCHES

WERE STOLEN IN A ROBBERY ON SATURDAY EVENING

11th APRIL 2015

FROM OUR SHOP IN HAMPSTEAD

THERE IS A SUBSTANTIAL REWARD FOR  INFORMATION LEADING TO THEIR RECOVERY

 

SUMMARY:
A  superb condition solid 22k gold mid-18th century verge chain driven fusee pair-case pocket watch by Peter Moore of London, fully serviced, overhauled and keeping good verge time. The watch with the rare feature of a heavy and substantial solid gold pair-case in fabulous condition. The watch comes from a private collection where it has clearly been looked after.  Watches from this period with the fire-gilding to the watch movement and cases in such bright condition are very uncommon and with a large balance cock foot. The movement with fine Egpytian square pillars and with finely made and decorated blued steel beetle and poker hands.

This is a beautifully made English key-wound man's verge pocket watch, dating from ca. 1748, from the Georgian period. The watch is in full working order and comes complete with a key for winding and presentation box. The buy it now price is a clear reflection of the incredible rarity, stunning condition and long-term investment for this watch. Mint watches in this condition, can only rise in value, given the limited supply of such items.  We are a Platinium eBay Power-Seller, so please bid with confidence.


THIS WATCH AND 120 OTHER RARE POCKET WATCHES

WERE STOLEN IN A ROBBERY ON SATURDAY EVENING

11th APRIL 2015

FROM OUR SHOP IN HAMPSTEAD

THERE IS A SUBSTANTIAL REWARD FOR  INFORMATION LEADING TO THEIR RECOVERY



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12 Heath Street
Hampstead
London, NW3 6TE

Mon - Fri 10.30 - 5.30
Sunday by appointment

Tel: 0759 830 1277
    

UNUSUAL FEATURES: The watch in very fine condition and from a private collection where it has clearly been looked after very well.  Watches from this period with no pin holes, excess solder filling or stretch marks are very uncommon today. The movement with fine Egpytian square pillars and equally superbly made period steel beetle and poker hands. The watch is very handsome piece indeed and further complimented by very fine condition cases. The watch is best described as a time-capsule from the 18th century in simply stunning condition.

THE DIAL: 95% mint, the original white enamel dial with black Roman numerals in stunning condition with no hairlines, and some small enamel loss at the 6 o'clock position adn tot e dial edge at 11.45. The dial with the early feature of the movement catch at the 6 o'clock position, and this needs to be pushed upwards to release the movement from the case. Finely made blued steel beetle and poker hands, a work of art to see, beautifully cut and polished. The bullseye glass in very fine condition. Diameter is 36 mm.

THE MOVEMENT: 100% mint, with richly gilded full plate in wonderful condition. The well engraved and carved rococo style balance cock and large foot in superb condition with flower to the centre. The balance cock foot with beautifully engraved grotesque mask. The back plate with further gilded decoration and finely made blued steel Tompion time regulator plate with finely pierced and decorated additional plate. An uncut three arm steel balance, English verge escapement with flat hairspring and fusee and chain. The watch signed, Peter Moore  of London, number 8625. The watch is keywind, comes with a key and is ticking very strongly indeed and movement size is 38 mm diameter.

The movement with square ballustar Egyptian pillars. Polished steel movement bolt with its original blued steel ornate screw. Pierced gilded fusee stop work with iron hinge. The movement with several high quality features. These consist of the fusee ratchet on the outside of the fusee, the third wheel is positioned at the top of the movement and the mainspring setup is under the barrel via a worm and ratchet and a highly decorative and carved case spring. The screws are original, and the gilding is still bright and fresh. 

THE CASE: 100% mint, the solid 22k gold outer case measures 51 mm outside diameter. The matching gold inner case measures 42 mm and with a few fine patination marks as shown. The five knuckle square outer case hinge is excellent with the case closing tight and like-wise the inner case hinge also closes tight. The inner case with London hall-marks clearly visible, with case maker mark of "WT" and case number of 8625. The pendant and d-shaped bow, in superb condition. The outer case with no holes or any damage. The surface is complete and in very fine and bright condition. The cases of heavy gauge and a good weight and feel in the pocket.

The watch comes with a 19th century watch repairer paper from Kerridge of Wimborne and dated to the reverse 9/1870 and cost of work was 1 shilling for a Mrs. Hause of Leigh Road. Also with the watch is a small hand embroidered rounderal dating from the early 19th century.

 This is a very fine Georgian period antique in simply stunning condition, which is a very rare collectable item or a possible investment for the future or of course a fine gift for a birthday, anniversary, wedding etc.

 

TERMS AND CONDITIONS:
Please note, the magnified electronic images show detail much greater than would be visible with the naked eye. Any dark areas or marks on highly polished surfaces are almost certainly reflections from the camera or lighting equipment. If there are any marks or dents of any note, these will be mentioned in the description. All of our watches have been fully cleaned and serviced by a professional watch-maker unless not stated on the auction and the time-keeping carefully checked. We are happy to give a 3 month warranty on this work, which is thoroughly checked, and all watches are also given a 24 hour check prior to being shipped. We are here to help and ensure that our good eBay reputation is enhanced and this eBay shop becomes one of your favourite places to purchase watches.

 

GUARANTEE & RETURN POLICY:
If any item received is not as described, please email us and return it, and we will repair it and return it to you free of charge. The only exception to this, is if the watch has been misused or damaged.  Please note that we do not accept 3rd part watch makers repairs or invoices. In the unlikely event that you are dissatisfied with any watch you have purchased, please do not hesitate to contact us and every effort will be made to ensure that any problems are resolved to your satisfaction. If there has been an error or the item is not as described then we will offer a full refund, provided that the item is returned to me, undamaged and in the condition that it was sent out. We offer a 7-day non-quibble policy on any item as stated on all of our eBay auctions.

PAYMENT:

We expect all auctions to be fully paid for within 7 days of the auction ending, using one of the payment methods described below.

Payment Details: [1] Payment by UK Cheque, Bankers order or UK postal order into a UK bank account. [2] CHAPS transfer into a UK bank account. [3] Electronic bank transfer into a UK bank account. [4] PayPal in UK pounds to a verified address.   [5] Foreign Money Orders or Bankers Draft in £UK.

POSTAGE:

Shipping costs are £12.50 or $25 Registered Post, with insurance up to a maximum of £3000 / $4500. Time for delivery is generally 1-5 working days. Items will be despatched the next working day after funds are received and tracking number details and date of dispatch will be provided. All  We combine watches at no extra cost and with appropriate insurance for all parcels up to a maximun of 3 watches per parcel.

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