English verge pocket watch with Egyptian pillars Circa 1700

Pocket watch with solid silver case
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An early pocket watch made by Isaac Birdwhystell in London, England, circa 1700. The solid open face case of this watch is crafted from silver  and carries the case maker’s mark DA. The original especially beautiful champlevé dial has Arabic numerals for the minutes and Arabic numerals for the hours and probably original iron hands. The early English movement has a verge escapement with Egyptian pillars.
Dial and movement signed
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Diameter: 54 mm
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Weight: 128 g
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Signed: Birdwhystell, London   
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Isaac Birdwhystell (1682 – 1725)
Isaac Birdwhystell, a London-based watchmaker, was active around 1700 and is known for his early English pocket watches. Isaac Birdwhystell’s pocket watches from around 1700 are known for their early English craftsmanship and design. Some characteristics of his pocket watches may include:

• Intricate handcrafted movements
• Enamel or metal dials with decorative details
• Fine quality materials such as gold or silver cases
• Simple yet elegant designs typical of the early 18^th century
• Precision timekeeping for the era

These characteristics reflect the skill and artistry of Isaac Birdwhystell as a pocket watchmaker during that time.