Summary
Gents pocket watch, gold case, open face, Richard Durrant, London, circa 1830.
Physical Description
Gold case, open face. White enamel dial has arabic numerals and fine gold hands. Key wound spring; verge escapement. Fusee and chain.
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Acquisition Information
Donation from Miss D. Smith, 18 Mar 1942
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Manufacturer
Richard Durrant, Beccles, England, Great Britain, circa 1830
B. Loomes, Watchmakers and Clockmakers of the World, p.67 gives dates of 1830-1853. -
Inscriptions
Back plate is marked 'R. Durrant, Beccles, 5001'. Case is marked with a crown and 18 and has London hallmark for 1830 (crowned leopard, capital p).
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Overall Dimensions
2 cm (Width), 4.7 cm (Outside Diameter)
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