Lot 442
An open face pocket watch by John Forest. 9ct yellow gold case, hallmarked Chester 1908. Signed...
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Lot 442
An open face pocket watch by John Forest. 9ct yellow gold case, hallmarked Chester 1908. Signed...
Lot 442
Lot Description
An open face pocket watch by John Forest. 9ct yellow gold case, hallmarked Chester 1908. Signed key wind full plate fusee and chain movement with ratchet tooth lever escapement. Gilt dial with Roman numeral hour markers, subsidiary seconds dial to six. 54mm. 136gms.
Postage: Auction Default
Serial number: 58369
Weight: No
Total lot weight: No
Condition Report
<<li>Movement is not 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. Subsidiary dial appears to have been poorly repainted.
<li>Hands show noticeable marks and tarnishing.
<li>Glass has some scratches and marks when viewed under a 4x loupe.
<li>Case shows scratches, marks and dints. Possibly re-cased.
<li>Hinges appear intact.
<p>This lot does not come with box or papers.<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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