Summary
Gents pocket watch movement, James McCabe, London, no 11911, circa 1825.
Physical Description
Gold dial has raised roman numerals for hours and dots for minutes. Dial has textured surface. Seconds dial at 6. Removeable dust cover cut away to show jewel and engraved bridge. Gold balance wheel. Key wound spring; duplex escapement. Fusee and chain.
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Acquisition Information
Donation from Mrs Olive Broome, 27 Feb 1959
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Maker
Mr James McCabe, Royal Exchange, London, Middlesex, England, Great Britain, circa 1825
G.H. Baillie, Watchmakers and Clockmakers of the World, p.205 gives dates of 1781-1811; business continued by son. -
Inscriptions
Cover and back plate are marked 'Jas McCabe, Royal Exchange London, 11911'.
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Type of item
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Overall Dimensions
1.5 cm (Width), 4.6 cm (Outside Diameter)
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Keywords
Gents Watches, Key Watches, Pocket Watches, Watchworks, Horology