English 18K gold open faced keyless pocket watch Circa 1898
- Kenmerk
- BB0932
- Diameter
- 51 mm
- Estimate
- € 2.750 - 4.000
- Price sold
- € 2.250
Gold gentlemen’s watch
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An English 18 carat gold open faced keyless pocket watch made by Sir John Bennett Ltd in London, London Hallmarked for 1898. The gilt ¾ plate movement with an English lever escapement, and a cut and compensated bimetallic balance. White enamel dial with Roman hour numerals, an outer minute track, subsidiary seconds at 6 o’clock and blued steel spade hands. The polished case is stamped P.W. Movement signed, case and movement with matching numbers. Comes with the original fitted presentation box.
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An English 18 carat gold open faced keyless pocket watch made by Sir John Bennett Ltd in London, London Hallmarked for 1898. The gilt ¾ plate movement with an English lever escapement, and a cut and compensated bimetallic balance. White enamel dial with Roman hour numerals, an outer minute track, subsidiary seconds at 6 o’clock and blued steel spade hands. The polished case is stamped P.W. Movement signed, case and movement with matching numbers. Comes with the original fitted presentation box.
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Diameter: 51 mm
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Signed: Sir John Bennett Ltd Makers to the Queen 65 Cheapside London
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Sir John Bennett, born on October 15th, 1814 and died July 3rd, 1897, was a watchmaker, local politician and flamboyant London personality. Although a qualified watchmaker, he was primarily involved in the retail side of the business, selling Bennett branded Swiss and English watches.
Diameter: 51 mm
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Signed: Sir John Bennett Ltd Makers to the Queen 65 Cheapside London
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Sir John Bennett, born on October 15th, 1814 and died July 3rd, 1897, was a watchmaker, local politician and flamboyant London personality. Although a qualified watchmaker, he was primarily involved in the retail side of the business, selling Bennett branded Swiss and English watches.
Signed: Sir John Bennett Ltd Makers to the Queen 65 Cheapside London
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