10¾-inch silvered dial with slender chapter ring enclosing a finely engraved scene of Westminster Abbey, cruciform hands, the movement with ratchet-tooth lever escapement, plain good balance, large going barrel, signed on the backplate Boxell, 43 King's Road, Brighton, the arched frame engraved in the gothic revival style, the rear with a folding foot and numbered 1599

Sold in these rooms 1st October 1998, Lot 382.

Dial and hands in good condition. Movement is complete but much in need of a clean and fresh oil. Case in generally good condition though rather dirty, the rear with many old scuffs and minor marks. No winder.
"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."

This unusually large and rare timepiece is numbered 1599 and although unsigned by Cole, the numbering fits perfectly with the date that Thomas Boxell moved to 43 King's Road, Brighton.  It is know that Boxell was a retailer of Cole's clocks and timepieces.