MULTI DIAL GILT CHINESE MARKET VERGE – 1790

Signed J Brockbank London
Circa 1790
Diameter 57 mm
Depth 14 mm

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£9,130.00

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The "MULTI DIAL GILT​ CHINESE MARKET VERGE ⁢-‍ 1790" is a remarkable late 18th-century English ⁢verge watch, meticulously crafted by the esteemed J Brockbank. This exquisite⁤ timepiece features ⁤a regulator⁤ calendar dial encased in a luxurious stone-set ​gilt metal pair⁣ of ‌cases, epitomizing the​ elegance and precision of the era. The full plate fire gilt movement⁤ is complemented by a signed and numbered‍ gilt ⁢dust cover, a beautifully ‍pierced‌ and engraved masked cock, and​ a silver⁢ regulator ⁤disc. ⁢The watch's intricate mechanics include a fusee and ⁤chain, a plain three-arm⁢ steel balance, and a blue steel ⁣spiral hairspring, ensuring its enduring functionality. The white enamel regulator dial is⁤ adorned with ⁤two additional subsidiaries for the⁣ age of the moon and day of the month, a central gold ⁣arrow hand for the minutes in Arabic numerals, hours at twelve​ in Roman⁣ numerals, and continuous seconds below. The gilt ​pair cases are a ​testament to fine craftsmanship, featuring⁤ a plain⁤ gilt inner case and an​ outer​ case‌ with chased and engraved gilt bezels, each set with‌ a single row of⁣ green and​ red stones.⁢ The back ‍of the‍ watch is artistically set​ with a restored scene of a ⁢spilt basket of‌ fruit and birds, complete ⁢with a concealed hinge. This watch, designed ⁣for the Chinese market during the ⁤late 18th century, is a stunning showcase ‍of J Brockbank's‌ skill and attention to detail, ⁣making it a cherished addition to ⁣any discerning collector's ensemble.

This is a late 18th Century English verge watch created by J Brockbank and featuring a regulator calendar dial in a stone set gilt metal pair of cases. The full plate fire gilt movement has a signed and numbered gilt dust cover, along with a pierced and engraved masked cock and a silver regulator disc. The watch also boasts a fusee and chain, as well as a plain three arm steel balance and a blue steel spiral hairspring.

The white enamel regulator dial features two additional subsidiaries for the age of the moon and day of the month, with a central gold arrow hand for the minutes in Arabic numerals, the hours at twelve in Roman numerals, and continuous seconds below. The gilt pair cases include a plain gilt inner case and an outer case with chased and engraved gilt bezels, each set with a single row of green and red stones. The back is set with a restored scene of a spilt basket of fruit and birds, and features a concealed hinge.

This watch is an example of a timepiece that was made for sale on the Chinese market during the late 18th Century. It is a stunning piece that showcases J Brockbank's skill and attention to detail, and is sure to be a cherished addition to any collection.

Signed J Brockbank London
Circa 1790
Diameter 57 mm
Depth 14 mm

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