Summary
Gents pocket watch, silver pair case, Samson, London, 1778.
Physical Description
Silver pair case. Outer case heavily embossed with scene with three human figures surrounded by scrolls. White dial has roman and arabic numerals separated by circle with scallops, ornate gilt hands and calendar dial. Inner case is hinged. Key wound spring; verge escapement. Winding dial, fusee and chain.
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Acquisition Information
Donation from Victoria & Albert Museum, 11 Aug 1919
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Inscriptions
Back plate is marked '28546', 'Samson' and 'London'. Inner case is marked 1777/78.
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Overall Dimensions
2.8 cm (Width), 5 cm (Outside Diameter)
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Exhibition Collection Management
65 mm (Length), 50 mm (Width), 25 mm (Height)
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