Important Collectors' Wristwatches, P...
New York, Mar 10, 2010
LOT 228
THOS. BIDLAKE, ASHBURTON, 22K GOLD REPOUSSE CASED POCKET WATCH Thos. Bidlake, Ashburton, No. 195. The inner case with London hallmarks for 1814. Fine, 22K gold, repoussé pair-cased pocket watch with fusee barrel and verge escapement.
USD 2,500 - 3,500
EUR 1,800 - 2,600 / CHF 2,700 - 3,800
Sold: USD 2,640
C. Outer: two-body hinged, repoussé classic scene to the reverse, foliate decorated bezel. Inner: two-body, "bassine", polished, master mark probably RP. D. Gold, engine-turned center with Roman numerals on a plain reserve, outer minutes. Blued steel serpent hands M. 33 mm, hinged, gilt full-plate with square baluster pillars, fusee and chain, verge escapement, three-arm steel balance with flat balance spring, pierced and engraved cock with diamond end-stone, silver regulation dial. Movement signed. Diam. 46 mm.
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: A |
Good |
Case: 3-11-19 |
Good Slightly worn Dent(s) |
Movement: 3** |
Good Repair required, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 3-01 |
Good HANDS Original |