Rare English 22 carat gold repoussé verge watch Circa 1746

Gold repoussé verge watch by John Cater
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A fine and rare 22 carat gold English pair cased verge watch with high relief repoussé scene made for the Dutch market, circa 1746. This timepiece features a gilded full plate fire gilt movement with verge escapement, a plain flat balance, a decoratively pierced and floral engraved bridge balance cock, decorative pillars, and a fusee and chain. It is signed Cater, London and numbered with a serial number. The white enamel dial is adorned with Roman numerals, an outer arcaded minute ring with Arabic numerals, and blued steel beetle and poker hands.
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The pocket watch features a simple 22 carat gold plain inner case with a winding aperture at the back, a stirrup pendant and bow, and a decorative engraved on the top. It is hallmarked London 1746. The repoussé outer case is intricately decorated with a high relief scene depicting Meleager and Atalante, surrounded by chased and engraved shell and scroll work. Additionally, the bezel is adorned with floral sprays. Movement signed and numbered.
In excellent condition
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Diameter: 48 mm
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Weight: 97 g
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Signed: Jn. Cater, London
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 John Cater, London, circa 1720-1770.
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The inner case has small dents.
The watch has been rarely worn, it looks like new and feels like new.
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Reference 0014500