Silver Half Hunter Pair Cased Verge, 1878

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Step into a world of timeless elegance with the “Silver Half Hunter Pair Cased Verge – 1878,” a quintessential example of 19th Century English horology. This exquisite timepiece is a testament to the craftsmanship of its era, encased in a stunning silver half hunter pair case that exudes sophistication. At its heart lies a full plate fusee movement, adorned with round pillars and a meticulously pierced and engraved round cock, complemented by a polished steel regulator. The watch’s half hunter style is epitomized by its white enamel dial, featuring dual concentric chapters of Roman numerals, with the inner chapter visible through the front cover’s aperture, and elegant gold half hunter hands. The silver pair cases are a marvel in themselves, with the inner case boasting a broad bezel border and a central glazed aperture. Adding to its allure, the watch is equipped with a silver pendant and bow, marked by the maker’s hallmark “HWG” in conjoined circles, matching the number on the movement. Hallmarked in London in 1878, this 56mm diameter and 14mm depth timepiece is in excellent condition, making it a prized addition to any discerning collector’s ensemble. This is a 19th Century English verge watch that comes in a silver half hunter pair cases. It features a full plate fusee movement with round pillars, a pierced and engraved round cock, and a polished steel regulator on top of the plate, just beneath the plain three arm steel balance. The half hunter style white enamel dial has two concentric chapters of Roman numerals, with only the inner one visible when the front cover is closed. Gold half hunter hands are also present. To match the watch, it has silver pair cases, with the inner one having a broad border to the front bezel, and a small glazed aperture at the center. The watch also comes with a silver pendant and bow, with the maker’s mark “HWG” in conjoined circles and a number that corresponds to the one on the movement. Overall, this watch is in excellent condition and would be an excellent addition to any collection. It was hallmarked in London in 1878 and has a diameter of 56mm and a depth of 14mm. English Hallmarked London 1878 Diameter 56 mm Depth 14 mm