Dial: later white enamel, gold spade handsMovement: gilt full plate, verge escapement, winged pierced and engraved balance cock with foliate scrolls and a mask, signed John Berry, London, No. 2579Case: gold associated inner case, stamped IG and with London hallmark for 1816, outer gold case with armorial engravings, London hallmark for 1750, maker's mark C.C Dimensions: 50mm diameter Signed: movement Accessories: together with a gold heavy curb link chain and unusual three part Carnelian fob seals nested together as one, the largest and exterior fob with engraved coat of arms, the middle with monogram, the smallest with the family crest, and fitted box retailed by Green & Ward, London

DIAL: the dial and hands of similar date to the inner case are in good order. CASE: the coat of arms on the reverse is a little rubbed, the push button is slightly dented. The inside caseback and bow are later and hallmarked 1816 . The outer case with mark's mark C.C, numbered 2392, obscure hallmarks. Movement: the movement cannot be wound and will need a service and some attention. Please note that the movement has not been tested for the accuracy of its timekeeping. Please note that Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement and that a service may be required at the buyer's discretion.
"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."

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