John Forrest - 42985 - 1850-1900

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John Forrest pocket watch from 1850–1900 with a sterling silver case, Hawley manual-winding movement, reference 42985, case diameter over 50 mm, lug width 5.6 cm, and weight 155 g, in working order.

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Interesting, very beautiful and precious pocket watch in sterling silver, produced in England around 1876, London assay. Functional, with winding key.
Despite its age, its overall state of preservation is very good.
White porcelain dial, with black enamel Roman numeral indices (no. 4 not Roman, as tradition). Blued blue steel hands, original. Seconds dial at 6 o'clock.
Case in sterling silver, wholly and finely engraved, case back with a gold circle at the center, with a cartouche for initials. Movement marked H. Hawley no. 42985, English lever escapement, Hawley, renowned master watchmaker, belonging to the Hawley dynasty, watchmakers and jewellers operating in High Holborn, London, historic area of watchmakers. This watch belongs to a large commercial operation, born in London among the great names of the era: Hawley produced premium mechanisms; while Forrest, with its prestigious trademark, marketed them throughout Europe; then the London assay guarantee.
Insignificant small signs of wear. The photos are an integral part of the description. No shipping to the United Kingdom and Switzerland. Any shipping costs and customs duties are borne by the buyer. Tracked shipping.

Interesting, very beautiful and precious pocket watch in sterling silver, produced in England around 1876, London assay. Functional, with winding key.
Despite its age, its overall state of preservation is very good.
White porcelain dial, with black enamel Roman numeral indices (no. 4 not Roman, as tradition). Blued blue steel hands, original. Seconds dial at 6 o'clock.
Case in sterling silver, wholly and finely engraved, case back with a gold circle at the center, with a cartouche for initials. Movement marked H. Hawley no. 42985, English lever escapement, Hawley, renowned master watchmaker, belonging to the Hawley dynasty, watchmakers and jewellers operating in High Holborn, London, historic area of watchmakers. This watch belongs to a large commercial operation, born in London among the great names of the era: Hawley produced premium mechanisms; while Forrest, with its prestigious trademark, marketed them throughout Europe; then the London assay guarantee.
Insignificant small signs of wear. The photos are an integral part of the description. No shipping to the United Kingdom and Switzerland. Any shipping costs and customs duties are borne by the buyer. Tracked shipping.

Details

Brand
John Forrest
Reference number
42985
Shipped insured
Yes
Period
1850-1900
Movement
Manual winding
Case material
Sterling silver
Case diameter
Greater than 50 mm
Condition
Very good - minor signs of wear
Weight
155 g
Width lug/ watch band
5.6 cm
In working order
Yes
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Private

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