Lot 159
An open face pocket watch by H.Mendelson. Silver case, hallmarked Chester 1861. Signed key wind...
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Lot 159
An open face pocket watch by H.Mendelson. Silver case, hallmarked Chester 1861. Signed key wind...
Lot 159
Lot Description
An open face pocket watch by H.Mendelson. Silver case, hallmarked Chester 1861. Signed key wind full plate fusee and chain movement with ratchet tooth lever escapement. Cream dial with Roman numeral hour markers, subsidiary seconds dial to six. 52mm. Together with a silver pocket watch by Waltham.
Postage: Auction Default
Weight: No
Total lot weight: No
Condition Report
Mendelson pocket watch:<p>
<li>Movement is currently functioning.
<li>Movement has scratches, marks and tarnishing commensurate with general wear visible to the naked eye.
<li>Dial appears to be in an average condition with some light marks and scratches when viewed under a 4x loupe. Some damage around the edges.
<li>Hands show noticeable marks and tarnishing.
<li>Glass has noticeable scratches and marks.
<li>Case shows noticeable scratches, marks and dints.
<li>Bow has noticeable scratches and marking with dinting.<p>
Waltham pocket watch:<p>
<li>Movement is currently functioning.
<li>Movement has scratches, marks and tarnishing commensurate with general wear visible to the naked eye.
<li>Dial appears to have noticeable marks and scratches. Hairline crack through the centre.
<li>Hands show noticeable marks and tarnishing.
<li>Glass has noticeable scratches and marks. Glass has yellowed with age.
<li>Case shows noticeable scratches, marks and dints. Amateur engraving to the dust cover.
<li>Bow has noticeable scratches and marking with dinting. Wear to the centre.<p>
Fellows do not guarantee the working order or accuracy of any lots sold.<p> Due to opening of the case back we recommend this watch is re-sealed by an authorised technician to ensure any stated water resistance is retained.<p>
Please see the Important Notices for Purchasers in our catalogue and online for any additional considerations that may affect this lot.<p>
If you should have further queries regarding this lot, please do not hesitate to contact the Watch Department on 0121 212 5506 or at watches@fellows.co.uk
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