Antique Silver Verge Fusee Pair Cased Pocket Watch J. Johnson, Halesworth c. 1771
Antique Silver Verge Fusee Pair Cased Pocket Watch J. This listing is for an 18th century verge fusee pocket watch by John Johnson, Halesworth. The watch has a square pillar English verge fusee, chain driven movement. Engraved balance cock with grotesque face and blue Tompion regulator disk. Sterling silver pair case. Original inner case is hallmarked for London 1771. Outer case hallmarked with London hallmarks for 1777, case probably made at the time as a replacement, fits well. Both cases in good condition, please see pictures for more details. Movement is signed Jno Johnson, Halesworth, No. T he movement is working well and runs the full length of the chain. The original white enamel dial is in excellent condition for its age. Blue steel beetle poker hands. Bullseye glass in good order – a couple of surface scratches. The watch measures approx 50mm across and weighs 110 grams. The movement has been removed from the case to photograph. All my watches are tested on a flat surface. I would always recommend a service if they are going to be worn and used as accurate time pieces. Please visit my shop to view my. And contact me with any questions. The item “Antique Silver Verge Fusee Pair Cased Pocket Watch J. Johnson, Halesworth c. 1771″ is in sale since Monday, February 26, 2018. This item is in the category “Jewellery & Watches\Watches, Parts & Accessories\Pocket Watches”. The seller is “springdalewatchshop” and is located in Lincolnshire. This item can be shipped worldwide.
- Age: Antique (pre 1920)
- Escapement Type: Verge
- Material: Silver
- Case Colour: Silver
- Movement: Mechanical (Key-winding)
- Closure: Open Face
- Year of Manufacture: 1771