MULTI DIAL GILT CHINESE MARKET VERGE – 1790

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

£8,300.00

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