These little timepieces were mostly sold through Asprey of London in the early 1900''s, this unusual on has silver gilt handle , bezel and bun feet , Hallmarked for 1912 . Tortoise shell effect moulded resin case. Housing a week duration movement wound by a turn key. These little timepieces are becoming difficult to find. Interestingly this was part of a collection of fine antiques sold by Tim Wannacott recently as mentioned in the nation press. This can be reserved and will be ready in the new year.
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Antique ID Number (AIDN): SA593325
Dateline of this antique is 1910
Height is 9cm (3.5inches)
Width is 5cm (2.0inches)
Depth is 6cm (2.4inches)
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