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An English Two-Day Ship\'s Chronometer
Estimate: $800-$1,200
Sold
$1,600
Live Auction
European Furniture & Decorative Arts
Location
Chicago
Description
An English Two-Day Ship's Chronometer
Reid and Sons, Newcastle, 19th Century
the dial inscribed 803, the works and housing stamped 6545.
Height of case 7 inches.
This lot is located in Chicago.
Property from a Midwestern Institution
Condition
The dial stamped '803' the works on and housing stamped '6545'. The works along with the hour and minute hands are later. Works lacking a winding key but tok a wind with another winding key and appears to run. Not tested for accuracy nor duration. The case lacking medallion on front, also lacking escutcheon for lock and key for lock. The plaque on front with a crack running through right side. The lid with age splits and lacking the bronze medallion at center, cartouche with a moden apoxy fill. Currently the dial is upsidedown in gimbal ring. Additional images available upon request. 

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