Fine Gold Decorative English Duplex, 1812

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The ”FINE GOLD DECORATIVE ENGLISH DUPLEX – 1812″ is a stunning testament to early 19th-century craftsmanship, encapsulated in an exquisite gold consular case that exudes elegance and sophistication. This remarkable timepiece, signed by Thos Mofs Ludgate St London, boasts a host of intricate features that make it a collector’s dream. The 18-carat open face is beautifully complemented by a reeded middle, pendant, and bow, while the full plate fire gilt movement incorporates Harrison’s maintaining power for enhanced accuracy. The watch’s aesthetic appeal is further elevated by a pierced and engraved cock adorned with a large diamond endstone, and a gold engine-turned dial with applied gold Arabic numerals set against a matted background. The duplex escapement features a plain three-arm steel balance, a blue steel spiral hairspring, and a brass escape wheel, all protected by a glazed cover with four-color gold floral decoration. Both the back glazed cover and the front bezel open effortlessly with a split button in the pendant. Accompanied by a long gold snake chain, two gold sliders, and a “T” bar with applied gold decoration, this watch is not only a functional timepiece but also a piece of wearable art. Measuring 48 mm in diameter and 11 mm in depth, it remains in excellent overall condition, a true reflection of its historical and aesthetic value. This is an early 19th Century English duplex watch that comes in a beautiful gold consular case and matching chain. The case is adorned with fine decorative gold and has an 18 carat open face with reeded middle, pendant and bow. The full plate fire gilt movement is fused with Harrison’s maintaining power, and it has a pierced and engraved cock with a large diamond endstone. The watch has a gold engine-turned dial with applied gold Arabic numerals on a matted ground and pierced gilt hands. The plain three-arm steel balance, blue steel spiral hairspring, and brass escape wheel make up the duplex escapement. The back of the watch is protected by a glazed cover with four-color gold floral decoration, and both the back glazed cover and front bezel open with a split button in the pendant. The watch comes with a long gold snake chain and two gold sliders, and a “T” bar with applied gold decoration and a short snake chain and key. This is an attractive watch that is in excellent overall condition and is signed by Thos Mofs Ludgate St London from around 1812. The watch measures 48 mm in diameter and has a depth of 11 mm. Signed Thos Mofs Ludgate St London Circa 1812 Diameter 48 mm Depth 11 mm Materials Gold Carat for Gold 18 K