Lot 525 , A Victorian engine turned 18ct gold hunter keywind duplex pocket watch by James McCabe, Royal Exchange, London

A Victorian engine turned 18ct gold hunter keywind duplex pocket watch by James McCabe, Royal Exchange, London

A Victorian engine turned 18ct gold hunter keywind duplex pocket watch by James McCabe, Royal Exchange, London,
with initialled case and interior inscription to 'William Stanton from some of the Merchants of Singapore', the Roman dial with subsidiary seconds and signed three quarter plate movement numbered 02964, in original box with original receipt dated 13th, September, 1861, case diameter 50mm, gross weight 117.4 grams.

£1,500-2,000

Condition:
Engine turned decoration very tired on both back and front. Engraved initial tired also. No dents. Minor surface scratches in general, commensurate with age and frequent use. Pendant bow misshapen. A few minor scratches to the glass. Dial in good order. Watch not running, so in need of attention. Box in generally good order. Receipt stained and tired.

Sold for £1,600