Summary
Gents pocket watch, white metal case, J. Walker, London, circa 1870. Issued to train guards on the Victorian Railways.
Physical Description
German silver case, open face. White case has heavy roman numerals. Has balance cock above back plate. Key wound spring.
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Acquisition Information
Donation from L. J. Harrigan, Jul 1969
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Maker
Mr John Walker, 68 Cornhill & 230 Regent Streets, London, Middlesex, England, Great Britain, circa 1870
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User
Victorian Railways (VR), Melbourne, Greater Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 1873
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Inscriptions
Dial is marked 'Victorian Railways'. Dial and back plate are marked 'John Walker 68 Cornhill & 230 Regent St London'. Back of case is marked 'Guard VR 22/9/73'
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Type of item
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Overall Dimensions
2.3 cm (Width), 6 cm (Outside Diameter)
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Exhibition Collection Management
2.3 mm (Width)
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Keywords
Gents Watches, Key Watches, Pocket Watches, Railway Workers, Horology
