292 :: Interesting early 19th century 18ct alarm duplex pocket watch, London 1809, unsigned two train fusee duplex movement striking on gongs, inscribed 'Patent 101', with engraved balance cock, regulator and diamond endstone, enamel dial with Roman numerals and alarm indicator hand, unusual bell shaped bow, the case back with an engraved family crest and Latin inscription 'Fide et Labore' (Faith & Toil), case maker 'LC' (possibly Louis Comtesse).170.5gm, 58mm (the alarm function requires attention) - ** with a trade pocket watch key and red Morocco leather case - ** an almost identical example with this style of case and dial was sold at auction in 2006, that particular watch was signed Scott, 65 Charing Cross, 65, London, no. 618, Patent 618.
Interesting early 19th century 18ct alarm duplex pocket watch, London 1809, unsigned two train fusee duplex movement striking on gongs, inscribed 'Patent 101', with engraved balance cock, regulator and diamond endstone, enamel dial with Roman numerals and alarm indicator hand, unusual bell shaped bow, the case back with an engraved family crest and Latin inscription 'Fide et Labore' (Faith & Toil), case maker 'LC' (possibly Louis Comtesse).170.5gm, 58mm (the alarm function requires attention) - ** with a trade pocket watch key and red Morocco leather case - ** an almost identical example with this style of case and dial was sold at auction in 2006, that particular watch was signed Scott, 65 Charing Cross, 65, London, no. 618, Patent 618.
Estimate: £3000-4000
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Sale Date: 26th October 2022
Sale Name: The Watch Auction