Robert Roskell 18kt Gold Open Face Watch

Description:

Robert Roskell 18kt Gold Open Face Watch, Liverpool, No. 22532, gold Roman numeral dial with engine-turned and engraved decoration and gilt fleur-de-lis hands set within a neatly cast and chased band and crystal, the guilloche back opens to the gilt dust cover and then to the three-quarter plate lever escapement, key wind and set movement signed Rob. Roskell/Liverpool/ No. 22532 with three-arm steel balance, diamond endstone and engraved foot marked Patent, lever escapement with adjustable pallets and maintaining power, dia. 52 mm, 132.8 g.
Estimate $700-900

lacking a second hand, the back worn around the perimeter, movement starts but stops after a minute or so, probably needs a cleaning or lubrication.


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