Lot 569 , A 20th century Air Ministry mahogany cased wall timepiece, 18in.

A 20th century Air Ministry mahogany cased wall timepiece, with repainted 12 / 24 hour RAF dial and rectangular plate single fusee movement stamped AM, H6212 SM & Co 1936, 18in.
Estimate £600-800

Slight evidence of old woodworm with no stamped to back,
Restored case with no stamp to back, dial re-painted, dial mounting pillars at top have caused damage to dial at 23 and 13 and have been liberally glued at back. cast bezel and movement stamped SM&C 1936 (crown) above AM, solder repair to hinge, possibly a replacement, substantial pillars, chain fusee movement, pendulum with brass face detached, possibly a replacement.


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Sold for £550