Charles Howse 18kt Gold Pair-case Watch

Description:

Charles Howse 18kt Gold Pair-case Watch, London, c. 1788, with enamel arabic numeral dial, pierced gold hands, Liverpool-style dust cover marked "Howse London," chain fusee movement with cylinder escapement, pierced and engraved balance cock, and rear plate marked as the dust cover and "6056," in a pair case with engraved outer case, watch paper reading "Repaired by Samuel Norton Near Derby School Hingham," dia. 50 mm, 125 g.
Estimate $900-1,100

Dial free of chips or cracks. Watch complete but currently not running. Opening button on outer case worn through. Movement marked "Chas, Howase, London 6056"


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