English 18 carat gold open faced lever watch Circa 1827

An English 18 carat gold key wind open faced pocket watch, Chester hallmark for 1827. Gilt full plate English lever movement, 3 arm balance, diamond end stone. Engine turned gilt dial, wave effect to centre, applied gilt Roman numerals to ridged surround, outer minute divisions, applied outer three colour foliate border and gilt hands. Engine turned consular case, foliate engraved bezels, inner cap. Movement signed, case stamped ‘EK & Co’ (Edward Kirkman & Co).
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Diameter: 46 mm
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Signed: James Simpson Lincoln