Early English gold cylinder watch with Hallmarks Circa 1759

Technically interesting double-cased watch
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A technically interesting early gold cylinder watch, with Hallmarks, made by George Lindsay watchmaker to the Prince of Wales, in Edinburgh, Scotland, circa 1759. The double open faced plain case is made of 18 Carat gold with identical hallmarks from 1759 and a master’s mark PM, The original white enamel dial has an outer ring with black Arabic numerals for the minutes, an inner ring with black Roman numerals for the hours and original iron hands. The movement has an early English cylinder escapement and is beautifully engraved.
The dust cover and movement are signed and numbered.
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Diameter: 49.5 mm
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Weight: 117 g
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Signed: Geo. Lindsay, Ser.^t to the Prince of Wales
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George Lindsay

George Lindsay was a prominent watchmaker in Edinburgh, Scotland, who served as the watchmaker to the Prince of Wales around 1759. He was known for his exceptional skill in crafting and repairing timepieces and his work was highly esteemed by the royal family and the elite of his time. Lindsay’s reputation as a master watchmaker was built on his precision, craftsmanship and attention to detail, making him a renowned figure in the horology world during the 18^th century.