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SILVER PAIR CASED VERGE WITH OWNER’S NAME – 1767

Signed M Ransom : London
Hallmarked London: 1767
Diameter 46 mm : Depth 15 mm

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Original price was: £1,650.00.Current price is: £1,402.50.

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Step ​into the ​elegance of the⁤ 18th century with the "Silver Pair Cased Verge with Owner’s Name - 1767," a masterpiece of English watchmaking⁢ that exudes historical significance and​ timeless craftsmanship. This remarkable timepiece, dating back to 1767, ‍features a​ meticulously⁣ restored white enamel dial ‌that uniquely displays the original ​owner's name, "Thomas⁣ Machan," ‌instead of conventional hour numerals. The dial is adorned with ​Arabic​ numerals marking five-minute ‍intervals and is graced by blue steel ​beetle and poker hands, ​adding a touch of sophistication. Beneath its exquisite exterior lies a full plate fire ⁤gilt movement with round ​pillars, enhanced by a pierced and engraved cock ⁢and a⁣ silver regulator disc. The watch operates on a traditional fusee and chain mechanism, with a worm and wheel barrel setup nestled between the plates, ensuring precise timekeeping with ⁣its​ plain three-arm steel balance and blue steel spiral hairspring. ⁣Encased in ⁢a plain silver pair case with a silver pendant and bow, this timepiece also ⁣includes an outer silver ⁢case, hallmarked in 1838, for added protection. Bearing the ​maker's mark "TO"‍ and signed by M Ransom ‍of London, this watch is not just a functional accessory but a piece of history, encapsulated in a‍ 46 mm diameter and 15 mm depth, ⁣hallmarked in London‍ in 1767.

This exquisite English verge watch dates back to the 18th century. It features a beautiful silver pair case with a fully restored white enamel dial. The dial is particularly unique as it bears the original owner's name, "Thomas Machan," in place of the usual hour numerals. The hour markers are replaced with Arabic numerals for the five-minute intervals. The dial is complemented by blue steel beetle and poker hands.

The watch is powered by a full plate fire gilt movement with round pillars. The movement boasts a pierced and engraved cock, as well as a silver regulator disc. It operates on a fusee and chain mechanism with a worm and wheel barrel setup located between the plates. The timekeeping is ensured by a plain three-arm steel balance and a blue steel spiral hairspring.

The watch is housed in a plain silver pair case with a silver pendant and bow. The inner case bears the maker's mark "TO." Additionally, a purpose-made silver outer case, hallmarked in 1838, provides added protection to this exceptional timepiece.

Signed M Ransom : London
Hallmarked London: 1767
Diameter 46 mm : Depth 15 mm

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