2149/​9013

English verge pocket watch in silver and gilt brass pair cases, white dial with Roman numerals and outer 5-minutes Arabic numerals, gilt movement signed Rt Barnes Liverpool. Outer cases appear unmarked. Liverpool c. 1755. Case diam. 40/46 mm.

Provenance: Private collection

Robert Barnes listed in Liverpool between 1751–1761

Condition

The watch works, but we do not guarantee for the functionality. Dial with one larger chip (6 o'clock) and some minor, a few haircracks. Inner case hinge with repair. Outer back case indistinctly engraved with monogram, worn gilding and replaced catch button. Wear due to age and use.

Auction

A private collection of pocket watches, 6 December 2021

Category
Estimate

3,000–4,000 DKK

Sold

Price realised

1,500 DKK  

One bid

When Bidder Bid
1,500 DKK