Freesprung Gold Pocket Watch, 1874

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The Freesprung Gold Pocket Watch – 1874 is a remarkable embodiment of 19th-century horological artistry, capturing the essence of English craftsmanship with its exquisite design and precision engineering. This distinguished timepiece, crafted by the renowned William Rogers in Liverpool and hallmarked in Chester, is a testament to the era’s sophisticated watchmaking techniques. Featuring a gilt three-quarter plate keyless movement and a going barrel, the watch offers exceptional reliability, while the engraved cock adorned with a garnet endstone adds an elegant touch. Its compensation balance, paired with a freesprung blue steel overcoil hairspring, ensures impeccable accuracy, making it a prized possession for any watch enthusiast. The English table roller lever escapement, complete with screwed-in jewelling and escape and lever pivots with endstones, further enhances its mechanical prowess. The white enamel dial, elegantly displaying Roman numerals and a subsidiary seconds dial, is complemented by the striking blue steel Breguet hands, elevating its visual appeal. Encased in a substantial 18-carat gold half hunter case, the watch radiates sophistication, with a blue enamel chapter ring and ribbed middle accentuating its timeless allure. The case’s clip-on back, engraved with a coat of arms and monogram, adds a personal and unique touch, while inside, a dedication dated May 1929, alongside the maker’s mark “RO” in an oval and a corresponding number matching the movement, underscores its historical significance. With a diameter of 57 mm and in good condition, this impressive timepiece is not only a testament to fine craftsmanship but also a wearable piece of art, making it a perfect addition to any discerning watch collection. This beautiful 19th Century English freesprung lever watch is a true gem. It features a gilt three quarter plate keyless movement with a going barrel, making it extremely reliable. The engraved cock with a garnet endstone adds a touch of elegance to the timepiece. The compensation balance with a freesprung blue steel overcoil hairspring ensures accurate timekeeping. The watch also boasts an English table roller lever escapement, with screwed-in jewelling and escape and lever pivots with endstones. The white enamel dial showcases Roman numerals and a subsidiary seconds dial, complemented by stunning blue steel Breguet hands. Encased in a substantial 18 carat gold half hunter case, the watch exudes sophistication. The case features a blue enamel chapter ring and a ribbed middle, adding to its timeless appeal. The clip on back of the case is engraved with a coat of arms and monogram, making it truly personal and unique. Inside the case, you will find a dedication to a son dated May 1929, along with the maker’s mark “RO” in an oval and a corresponding number that matches the movement. Overall, this impressive timepiece is not only a testament to fine craftsmanship, but also a wearable piece of art. It is a perfect addition to any watch collection. Signed William Rogers Place of Origin : Liverpool Hallmarked Chester Date of Manufacture: 1874 Diameter : 57 mm Condition: Good