£280
George III gilt brass verge pocket watch, by Richard Simner, London, circa 1760-80, outer pair case engraved with floral garlands enclosing a white enamelled dial with Arabic numerals, signed back plate, 47mm diameter; also another George III gilt brass pair cased verge pocket watch, by Anthony Simkins, London, circa 1770, 35mm diameter (2)
Please note our special conditions regarding clocks and watches
Simner: Dial is cracked at 4 to 5 o'clock. The gilding on the outer case is worn. The case closes crisply. Tiny scratches to the glass consistent with age. Some wear to the gilt on the inner case. Bend to the suspension ring and wear to the gilt on the stem. The watch currently does not tick when wound.
Simkins: Dial has numerous cracks. Wear to the gilt on the outer and inner cases. The watch does not tick when wound.
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