Rare English single handed puritan pendant watch Circa 1620-1740
- Kenmerk
- DB0099
- Diameter
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- Estimate
- € 4.500 - 9.000
- Price sold
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Brass one-handed oval verge watch by Fallery
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A rare English gilt brass single handed oval puritan verge pendant watch, circa 1620-1740. A later, custom-made, full plate oval-shaped movement from around 1740 with applied floral decorations, chain and fusee, verge escapement, three-arm brass balance. Brass engraved dial with Roman hours and a brass hand. Plain case. Movement signed.
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Dimensions: 37 x 57 mm
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Weight: 88 g
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Signed: Fallery London
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Because of its simple appearance which is supposed to be in character with Puritan austerity, this watch is an excellent example of the so-called ‘Puritan’ watch style of the 17th century in England.
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According to Brian Loomes’ records, Fallery lived in London around 1740.
Signed: Fallery London































