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An 18ct gold hunting cased…
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Melbourne
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23-Oct-2023
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An 18ct gold hunting cased split second chronograph pocket watch retailed by Smith & Son London circa 1890 presented to A.G. Holroyd. Dial: white enamel Roman, gold spade hands, centre chronograph hand and further split seconds hand, subsidiary dials at 12 and 6 for running seconds and 60 minute recording. Movement: gilt 3/4 plate Swiss lever. Case: polished hinged with engraved Agh monogram to the front, presentation inscription to cuvette: presented to A.G. Holroyd Esq. By a few friends in the West Australian mining world, in appreciation of his services at Coolgardie 1899, Paris 1900, Glasgow 1901, London 1902.. Signed: movement signed Smith & Son London, cuvette and case numbered 3139. Size: 52 mm diameter. Accessories: 9ct gold watch chain approximately 440 mm, 14.9 grams. Condition: dial: good. Hands: good, not zero-ing. Glass: light surface scratches. Case: light surface scratches throughout, light scuffs condition commensurate with age and careful use. Movement: appears to be complete, chronograph working, running, but not recently serviced or timed. Total overall weight approximately 161.7 grams. Overall condition: very good
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Horology (Clocks & watches): Watches - Pocket & Fob