English deck watch with eight day power reserve indication Circa 1888

Silver lever pocket watch by James Hoddell & Co.
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A rare London deck watch with an eight day power reserve indicator, circa 1888. This elegant timepiece features a smooth silver case with an intricately engraved monogram on the back. The white enamel dial showcases radial Roman hours, an outer minute track, a subsidiary dial for the seconds at 6 o’clock, an eight day power reserve indicator at 12 and stylish spade hands. It also boasts a signed 4/5 plate movement with two chains and fusee, a pointed lever escapement and a screw compensation balance.
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Diameter: 53 mm
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Weight: 128 g
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Signed: James Hoddell & Co. London
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James Hodell 1813-1889.
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This exquisite timepiece features a unique dial with a distinct signature division. Its symmetrical structure comprises a fully chatoned movement, and two chain and fusee arrangements that keep the balance wheel in motion under a remarkably short cock. It was made by James Hoddell & Co. and is a prime example of English watchmaking art. The company was founded in Coventry before 1840 and continued by James’ son Cope Hoddell after his death.