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Antique diamond poodle brooch set with a diamond pocket watch
Here is a truly spectacular piece of jewellery that is up there with the best of the best- a magnificent antique diamond poodle brooch set with a diamond pocket watch that is destined to always be admired and commented on every time that it is worn. This amazing piece was made in the early 1900's in France in 18ct yellow gold and silver. Silver was used up until the late Edwardian period of around 1910 as white gold was not yet invented and platinum was not used in jewellery until about the same time. Depicting a French poodle jumping through a hoop, the brooch itself measures 55.4mm across by 24.2mm and is set with 75 rose cut diamonds. This brooch was so finely and expertly made that it feels so sculptured to the touch and is so finely detailed. This brooch part alone is just incredible. And then there is the amazing pocket watch that hangs below and can be taken on or off as desired. Measuring 19.6mm across by 30.8mm high, not only are there more rose cut diamonds around the dial, and of course the diamonds on the back which are a combination of larger European cut diamonds and smaller rose cut diamonds, but even the bow of the pocket watch and neck are also set with even more rose cut diamonds. In total there are 211 diamonds in the pendant and the pocket watch that come to a dazzling 1.76 carats in weight that is sure to always sparkle and be admired day or night. The dial of the pocket watch is all original and wonderfully clean and the movement itself has been fully serviced and comes with our twelve month warranty. Worn just as the poodle brooch, or with the pocket watch, anyone who sees this piece will no doubt appreciate it for not only its beauty but also the incredible detail and craftsmanship that went into making this amazing piece all those years ago. Stock# ES7931 Circa: 1900 $Sold
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18ct Charles Frodsham pocket watch made in 1874
Charles Frodsham was one of London's most eminent watchmakers, renowned the world over for their high quality movements including chronometers, and here is a very elegant 18ct Charles Frodsham pocket watch made in 1874. Perfect for any pocket watch collector, or that perfect gift for that difficult to buy for man in your life, this antique pocket watch feels just right in the palm of your hand. The 18ct yellow gold case measures 48.3mm across by 67mm from the bottom to the top of the bow. With the white enamel dial still in excellent condition, it displays the traditional form of Roman numerals and has the sub-seconds counter at the bottom. Still so easy to read, it is wound via the crown and setting the hands is done by pressing in the pin at the 1 o'clock position and turning the crown. Inside the signed movement has recently undergone a full service, keeps perfect time and comes with our twelve month warranty. Charles Frodsham pocket watches are known the world over as some of the best to collect, and this one is just perfect in all respects. Stock# W1303 Maker: Charles Frodsham Hallmarked: London 1874 $3,200
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18ct demi hunter pocket watch by Thomas Gaunt and Co
Here is a brilliant antique 18ct demi hunter pocket watch by Thomas Gaunt and Co that was made in 1907 that is still in brilliant condition even 110 years later.
A demi-hunter pocket watch, also known as a half-hunter pocket watch, is one which has the cover such as in a full hunter pocket watch, but with a "window" cut into the front to allow the owner to be able to read the time with the cover closed.
As the hour hand is fitted with what is called a "double spade hand" this is where the hour hand has not one but two spade markers to differentiate between the minute hand and the hour hand when the case is closed.
This watch was made by the prestigious company Thomas Gaunt & Co, who became the most well known watch and clock maker in Melbourne at the time.
The quality of the movement can easily be seen and has been fully serviced and comes with our twelve month warranty.
Fitted with a bi-metallic compensated balance for greater accuracy, it is the small but pivotal features that separates a standard pocket watch from a high grade pocket watch such as this one here. It is also features such as this that led to the great reputation that Thomas Gaunt made for himself.
The solid 18ct yellow gold case measures 48.6mm across by 66.5mm from the bottom to the top of the bow and as can be seen the case is in excellent condition.
With the white enamel dial also all original and in excellent condition with not cracks or chips, this is a wonderful example of an antique demi-hunter pocket watch for the discerning gentleman. * Please note - the photo of the workshop taken in 1869 is not included in the sale of the pocket watch and is there for reference only * Stock# W762 Maker: Thomas Gaunt & Co Hallmarked: 1907 $6,350
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Rare 18th century antique pocket watch by Cumming and Grant
Here is an incredibly rare and horologically important and rare 18th century antique pocket watch by Cumming and Grant. This is a pocket watch not to be taken lightly nor not truly appreciated for its incredible quality, rarity and beauty.
Alexander Cumming was not only an acclaimed watch maker who was so well regarded that he was appointed a member of the commission set up in 1763 to adjudicate on John Harrison's infamous ‘timekeeper for discovering the longitude at sea’", he also made a barometrical clock for King George III which was the first accurate recording barograph, he wrote books about watch and clock mechanisms, about the effect on roads of carriage wheels with rims of various shapes, and on the influence of gravity.
- Read below the images for a brief article on Alexander Cumming and John Grant. This particular pocket watch was made in 18ct yellow gold and measures 56.5mm across by 75mm from the bottom to the top of the fancy bow. Set with thirty eight pearls around the dial, these pearls are all original and perfectly matched in colour and highlight the dial so well. The dial itself is in pristine condition and is all original with no cracks and the hands themselves display the time so perfectly.
Turning this magnificent pocket watch over reveals a further thirty seven pearls surrounding and extraordinary guilloché enamel back in a vibrant cobalt blue colour. With a very small and minor repair to the enamel, it is just so incredible and tactile to run your fingers over.
On the top of the bow is set a 0.60 carat rose cut diamond which reflects the light so incredibly well and highlights the quality of craftsmanship that went into making this pocket watch over 220 years ago.
On the side of the case near the 3 o'clock position are two very subtle and discreet pins that when pushed will either open the front cover or the back. And then once the inside is opened, this will reveal a movement that will simply take your breath away.
This fusee movement pocket watch has all been completely serviced and is set with another rose cut diamond acting as the diamond end stone again showing the quality that went into the actual movement. With an exquisite hand engraved balance cock that itself is just mesmerising there was no substitute for quality in making this pocket watch and it is a real testament to the exceptional work that was being produced over two centuries ago.
There is no doubt that this pocket watch is up there with the best of the best, and is for any collector of fine and exquisite pocket watches. Stock# Hallmarked: London 1789 Maker: Cumming & Grant $38,500
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