Lot 606 , A George III silver pair cased keywind verge pocket watch by John Wheeler, London,

A George III silver pair cased keywind verge pocket watch by John Wheeler, London, the Arabic dial also depicting the name 'William Chase' and painted with a rat catcher, a dog and a distant lady in a doorway, inscribed 'hold Collars For All That Comes To Me, O Behold and See The Intent of Gold Has Ruined Me. Well Done GRIMME, You Spoiley Gold Collars', the signed movement numbered 1775
Estimate £400-600

Several small knocks / dings to the outer case along with minor scratches, two small dents to side of inner case and numerous minor surface scratches to the back, a couple of scratches to the dial, watch ticks then stops, in need of some attention, outer case no hallmarks, case diameter 48mm. Dust cap present.


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Sold for £1,200