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Lot 178
  • 178

H. Jones, London

Estimate
5,000 - 8,000 CHF
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Description

  • A FINE AND RARE SILVER AND TORTOISESHELL PAIR CASED VERGE WATCH NO. 22 CIRCA 1690
  • Silver, enamel and tortoiseshell
  • diameter including outer case 51.5 mm
• gilt full plate movement, verge escapement, decoratively pierced and engraved balance cock and foot, flat three-arm balance, tulip pillars, fusee and chain • silver champlevé dial, outer circular chapter ring with Roman numerals, inner chemin de fer for half-hours, pierced and engraved middle section, single blued steel hand • plain silver inner case, winding aperture to back, inner case numbered 22 • tortoiseshell outer case with silver inlaid decoration, engraved birds and flowers • movement signed Hen: Jones Londini

Condition

Please note that the movement has not been checked for timekeeping accuracy and Sotheby's will not be held responsible for any repairs should they be require. Movement is in working order while cataloguing and in very good condition. Dial in good condition. Case with small scuffs due to use and age and the use. Tortoiseshell with chips, hairlines and signs of restoration.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. All dimensions in catalogue descriptions are approximate. Condition reports may not specify mechanical replacements or imperfections to the movement, case, dial, pendulum, separate base(s) or dome. Watches in water-resistant cases have been opened to examine movements but no warranties are made that the watches are currently water-resistant. Please note that we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts, such as wheels, hands, crowns, crystals, screws, bracelets and leather bands, since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. In particular, please note it is the purchaser's responsibility to comply with any applicable import and export matters, particularly in relation to lots incorporating materials from endangered species.NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

**Please be advised that bands made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator and crocodile) are not sold with the watches and are for display purposes only. We reserve the right to remove these bands prior to shipping."