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JAMES MARKWICK - 1700s Pair Cased Verge Fusee British Antique Pocket Watch
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Beautiful verge pocket watch by James Markwick - eminent British watchmakers.
Diameter of outer case is 56mm, thickness is 32mm, weight is 141 gramms.
The craftsmanship is excellent as you can expect from reputable watchmaker.
The dial bears Lion and Unicorn symbolics - probably as sign of Supplier to the King status.
James Markham, son of James (1) Markwick (circa 1656-1698).
He became member of Clockmakers company in 1692, Master of Clockmaker's company in 1720, died in 1730.
Watches in British Museum.
Later partner with Robert Markham, who succeeded him using the trading name of Markwick Markham, which became famous for watches destined for the Turkish market.
Inner case bears the same serial number 2146 and is hallmarked by RB. The casemaker Richard Blundell registered this hallmark in 1682.
Outer case is covered inside by the glued fabric that so old that I'm afraid to pull it out, so I cannot verify hallmarks there.
Comparable watch by James Markwick, with later serial number 3800, was sold in 2012 by auction house of Dr. Crott (auction 85 lot 455) for 6600 euros.
Early and thick movement is a nice one.
It's it features tulip pillars, beautiful cock with symmetric decoration and D-shaped leg. Early grotesque mask.
Condition
The watch appears to be in good condition.
Movement is in running condition and works in every position, though cleaning is recommended.
Champleve silver dial is in good condition.
Case is in ok condition with some period wear, outer case is strongly patinated.
Diameter of outer case is 56mm, thickness is 32mm, weight is 141 gramms.
The craftsmanship is excellent as you can expect from reputable watchmaker.
The dial bears Lion and Unicorn symbolics - probably as sign of Supplier to the King status.
James Markham, son of James (1) Markwick (circa 1656-1698).
He became member of Clockmakers company in 1692, Master of Clockmaker's company in 1720, died in 1730.
Watches in British Museum.
Later partner with Robert Markham, who succeeded him using the trading name of Markwick Markham, which became famous for watches destined for the Turkish market.
Inner case bears the same serial number 2146 and is hallmarked by RB. The casemaker Richard Blundell registered this hallmark in 1682.
Outer case is covered inside by the glued fabric that so old that I'm afraid to pull it out, so I cannot verify hallmarks there.
Comparable watch by James Markwick, with later serial number 3800, was sold in 2012 by auction house of Dr. Crott (auction 85 lot 455) for 6600 euros.
Early and thick movement is a nice one.
It's it features tulip pillars, beautiful cock with symmetric decoration and D-shaped leg. Early grotesque mask.
Condition
The watch appears to be in good condition.
Movement is in running condition and works in every position, though cleaning is recommended.
Champleve silver dial is in good condition.
Case is in ok condition with some period wear, outer case is strongly patinated.
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