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18 carat yellow gold Vacheron & Constantin pocket watch made in 1923
18 carat yellow gold Vacheron & Constantin pocket watch made in 1923. This magnificent pocket watch is currently being serviced and will be available shortly. Stock# ES8370 Maker: Vacheron & Constantin Circa: 1923 $
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Rare antique sterling silver lapel pocket watch
Here is a very rare antique sterling silver lapel pocket watch that was made in the late 1800’s and will always be admired whenever and wherever it is worn. Made in sterling silver, this wonderful antique folly sits perfectly in the lapel of a suit and is fitted in a similar way to a pair of cufflinks. With the base sitting behind the lapel measuring 22.8mm in diameter, the pocket watch section itself measures a dainty 11.7mm in diameter. The dial is wonderful to admire with the black numerals all the way around and then the number twelve in red. Combine this with those delightful hands and size and this will certainly capture the eye and be such a wonderful conversation starter. Inside is a Swiss wind pin set movement that has just come back from a full service and overhaul and comes with our twelve month warranty. This lapel pocket watch was retailed by the Australian jeweller V Fleet This exact lapel pocket watch is featured on page 294 of the book, Australian Jewellers: Gold & Silversmiths, Makers & Marks, by Kenneth Cavill, Graham Cocks, and Jack Grace. Stock# ES7268 Circa: 1890 $2,150
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Antique 18ct gold centre seconds chronograph pocket watch made in 1903
Here is a very handsome and solid antique 18ct gold centre seconds chronograph pocket watch made in 1903 that feels perfect to hold in the palm of your hand and has such an elegant dial thanks to the Roman numerals and large centre sweep second hand. Made in 18 carat yellow gold, the case measures 52.5mm by 72mm to the top of the bow and not only is the case in wonderful condition, but the hinges and spring on the front cover is as well, which is a true testament to the quality of this pocket watch. Technology at the time didn't allow for time to be measured while the pocket watch is still running, so using the slide on the side of the case near the 5 o'clock position, this will both start and stop that wonderfully large and easy to read second hand in the centre, as well as stop the entire movement as well. Winding the pocket watch is done via the crown and setting the hands for the time is done by pressing in the small pin just to the side of the bow. Opening the back cover reveals the most wonderful hand engraving that says "Presented to James Robb by Crookston Bros Glasgow 17/2/04" and then opening the next cover reveals a lovely English three quarter plate movement that has been fully serviced, runs great and comes with our twelve month warranty. This is the perfect example of a gents antique pocket watch and made in 18 carat gold makes it feel even more wonderful to hold. Stock# W895 Hallmarked: Chester 1903 $6,350
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18ct Waltham pocket made in 1886 in exceptional condition
Here is a gents size 18ct Waltham pocket made in 1886 that is in absolutely exceptional condition and has a very high grade movement to match. The condition of the case is amazing and even more that it is in 18 carat solid gold with so little wear to the engine turned case. So often thee cases are worn down, however not only is the case in incredible condition, but this fact is made even more amazing when you consider that it is over 130 years old. Measuring 52mm across by 74mm from the bottom to the top of the bow, this pocket watch weighs 132 grams and feels amazing to hold in the palm of your hand. With a beautiful heft and wonderful tactile feel to it, opening the front cover reveals its equally pristine white enamel dial. With no hair line cracks or damage, it displays the traditional black Roman numerals and sub-seconds at the bottom. This is a crown wind and lever set pocket watch meaning that you wind the movement via the crown, then sliding the lever out which is near the 4 o'clock position, turning the crown once more will now set the hands. And then inside is the brilliant and very high grade movement which has undergone a full service, runs perfect and comes with our twelve month warranty. The regulator is of particular note and was designed by Charles W Fogg called the Fogg Tadpole regulator or Short Tadpole regulator. This regulator can be seen in the close up shot of the movement. These regulators are held in such high esteem thanks to their superb accuracy. The regulator is used to adjust the balance wheel's rate of oscillation in order to improve accuracy of the watch. Several varieties of watch regulators are found in Waltham movements, most of which were patented and often called "Patent Regulators." The best regulators offer extreme precision while adjusting the rate of oscillation. A patent regulator was often an indicator of quality which this one most certainly is. In incredible condition, with a superb movement and feel to it, this pocket watch would be the perfect milestone present or suit the most fastidious of collectors. Stock# W1427 Maker: Waltham Circa: 1886 $7,350
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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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