Summary
Gents pocket watch, gold open case, Switzerland. Retailed by Thomas Russell & Son, Liverpool, second half of 19th century.
Physical Description
Gold case, open face. White enamel dial has roman numerals and seconds dial at 6. Stem and button wound; lever escapement.
More Information
-
Collecting Areas
-
Acquisition Information
Donation from R. C. Rennie, 24 Feb 1982
-
Place Made
-
Retailer
Thomas Russell & Son, Liverpool, England, Great Britain, 1848-1902
B. Loomes, Watchmakers and Clockmakers of the World, p.204 gives dates of 1848-1902. -
Inscriptions
Movement is marked '49851', '10 jewels' and 'Swiss Made'. One wheel is marked 'Thos Russell & Son, Liverpool'. Inside of back case is marked 'Electro Gilt Case' and '0619170'. Dial is marked 'Thos Russell & Son, Liverpool', 'Tempus Fugit' and 'Swiss Made'.
-
Classification
-
Category
-
Discipline
-
Type of item
-
Overall Dimensions
1.7 cm (Width), 5 cm (Outside Diameter)
-
Keywords
Gents Watches, Pocket Watches, Stem & Button Watches, Horology