18th Cent Gilt Pair Cased Verge Pocket Watch by Charles Clayton, London c. 1760
18th Cent Gilt Pair Cased Verge Pocket Watch by Charles Clayton, London c. This listing is for an English 18th century verge fusee pocket watch by Charles Clayton, London, circa 1760. In reasonably good condition and good working order. The watch has a square pillar verge fusee chain driven movement with pierced balance cock and Tompion regulator. The movement is working well and runs the full length of the chain. Couple of teeth missing from the contrate wheel but doesn’t affect the running of the watch. Movement signed “Cha Clayton, London, 2993″. Gilt metal pair case. Majority of the gilding has worn off over time. Both cases clip shut. Some signs of wear and light dents commensurate with the watches age, please see pictures for more details. The original white enamel dial is in good condition for its age, some minor scratches but no major damage. Bullseye glass in good condition. The watch measures approx 50mm across. 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 “18th Cent Gilt Pair Cased Verge Pocket Watch by Charles Clayton, London c. 1760″ is in sale since Wednesday, December 12, 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)
- Modified Item: No
- Escapement Type: Verge
- Movement: Mechanical (Key-winding)
- Year of Manufacture: c.1760
- Closure: Open Face
- Brand: Charles Clayton