Thomas Tompion, London - 17th century gilded pair cased verg...

Hammer

£5,200

Thomas Tompion, London - 17th century gilded pair cased verge pocket watch, the fusee movement signed T. Tompion, London, no. 4213, with pierced engraved balance cock with mask, flat gilt three arm balance, silvered regulating disc and Egyptian style pillars, signed gilt champlevé dial, within associated plain cases, the inner case with large modified winding hole, the outer case with indistinct inscription dated 1775, case maker 'HR', 57mm
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** From the Dr. Plowman Collection

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Movement - currently functioning.
Dial - good.
Glass - good.
Hands - general surface marks.
Case - probably re-gilded over silver, the inner case with an historical repair and small hole present to the stem; typical surface bruising. The outer case with inner repair patch to the top of the case back, hole and split and indentations around the repair, bruising to the case back, typical bruise marks and indistinct inscription to the case back - see all images for guidance.
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Condition reports are provided for general guidance only. Please view images and further information can be obtained upon request. Gardiner Houlgate do not guarantee the working order or time accuracy of any lots. Due to the opening of the wristwatch case backs, it is recommended watches are re-sealed by professional technicians to ensure any stated water resistance is retained