Lot 8
The gilt metal plate movement with finely pierced and engraved balance cock, silver regulation, square baluster pillars, movement signed 'Sam Northcote, Plymouth'. The gold champleve dial with black enamel Roman numerals and a five minute chapter ring, signed 'Northcote', blued steel hands. The gold inner case hallmarked London 1764, maker Richard Palmer I, the outer gilt metal case with repousse decoration in high relief of a classical scene of a seated emperor receiving gifts, together with an associated 18th Century shagreen protective case decorated with gold pin work.
Circa 1764.
Diameter of the pair case: 50mm; Diameter of the protective case: 57mm
Estimate $5,000 - $7,000
On the back of the outer case there are approximately 12 of the gold decorative studs missing, the overall condition is good consistent with the age and no obvious signs of repair. The repousse case is in good condition, rubbing to the thumb piece with minor losses and general surface scratching consistent with age. The watch case is in good condition with no visible signs of repair or damage.
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The Collection of Dr Trevor Hyde, Sydney
The Collector's Auction
AUCTION
Sale: LJ8367
6:00pm - 30 June 2020
36-40 Queen Street, Woollahra
VIEWING
Viewing in Sydney:
Friday 26th – Monday 29th June, 10am-4pm
CONTACT
Hamish Clark
sydney@leonardjoel.com.au
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