1261
Two-day Marine Chronometer by French, c. 1845, brass-bound mahogany box with double-hinged lid, bone
1/26
Description
Two-day Marine Chronometer by French, c. 1845, brass-bound mahogany box with double-hinged lid, bone boss reading "Examined and Sold by John Poole/57 Frechurch Street/London," engraved silvered dial reading "French Royal Exchange London No. 8828," up/down indicator, and running seconds, housed in its lacquered brass gimbaled bowl with integral winding key on underside, two-day chain fusee movement with helical hairspring, split bimetallic balance, and spring detent escapement, and back plate engraved "French Royal Exchange London No. 8828," lid with label reading in part "G.H. & C. Cowland Jewellers, Silversmiths Chronometer, Watch & Clock Manufacturers," box wd. 6 1/2 in.
Condition: overall very nice condition, old finish, original lacquered bowl and dial, fusee recently overhauled and good working order.
Any condition statement is given as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging.
Condition: overall very nice condition, old finish, original lacquered bowl and dial, fusee recently overhauled and good working order.
Any condition statement is given as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging.
Auction Details
Shipping
T&Cs & Important Info
Ask seller a question
Two-day Marine Chronometer by French, c. 1845, brass-bound mahogany box with double-hinged lid, bone boss reading "Examined and Sold by John Poole/57 Frechurch Street/London," engraved silvered dial reading "French Royal Exchange London No. 8828," up/down indicator, and running seconds, housed in its lacquered brass gimbaled bowl with integral winding key on underside, two-day chain fusee movement with helical hairspring, split bimetallic balance, and spring detent escapement, and back plate engraved "French Royal Exchange London No. 8828," lid with label reading in part "G.H. & C. Cowland Jewellers, Silversmiths Chronometer, Watch & Clock Manufacturers," box wd. 6 1/2 in.
Condition: overall very nice condition, old finish, original lacquered bowl and dial, fusee recently overhauled and good working order.
Any condition statement is given as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging.
Condition: overall very nice condition, old finish, original lacquered bowl and dial, fusee recently overhauled and good working order.
Any condition statement is given as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging.
Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
Ends from
Venue Address
63 Park Plaza
Boston
Massachusetts
02116
United States
General delivery information available from the auctioneer
Shipping is the responsibility of the purchaser. Upon request, our staff will provide the list of shippers who deliver to destinations within the United States and overseas. Some property that is sold at auction can be subject to laws governing export from the U.S., such as items that include material from some endangered species. Import restrictions from foreign countries are subject to these same governing laws. Granting of licensing for import or export of goods from local authorities is the sole responsibility of the buyer. Denial or delay of licensing will not constitute cancellation or delay in payment for the total purchase price of these lots.
Important Information
Preview by appointment only by contacting us at 508.970.3201 or clocks@skinnerinc.com. Visit our notification page for up-to-date schedule information.
Our October sale comprises a diverse collection of horological and scientific curiosities. We begin with an array of American and European pocket watches, followed by a group of vintage and contemporary wristwatches; makers include Patek Philippe, Rolex, LeCoultre, and Longines. Two Tornek-Rayville TR-900 dive watches highlight the sale: a non-issued signed-dial example and a āsterile dialā with issued serial number.
Clock highlights include a wonderful Simon Willard tall clock with Isaiah Thomas Jr. printed label and case attributed to Thomas Seymour, a 17th century basket-top bracket clock by Benjamin Bell, and a Henton Brown hour-strike musical bracket clock. Also of note is a signed Walter Durfee harp-pattern timepiece.
Amongst many scientific works, two unusual collections of medical instruments followāfrom 18th century trepanning and amputation sets to 20th century anatomical models. A small Massachusetts collection of Cartier and S.T. Dupont fountain and roller ball pens and limited edition lighters complete with their boxes and paperwork round out the sale.
This auction is available only over the internet. Log in or create a new account on the Skinner website to participate.
How to bid in timed online auctions
Contact Us
508.970.3201
clocks@skinnerinc.com
