Rare Georgian Verge Pocket Watch Signed "bonnet", London, Ca. 1730
Artist: Bonnet
English movement and brass case for the French market with a rare front-winding mechanism.
The movement is fully gilt and features square pillars and a magnificent D-shaped cock characteristic of the period, with intricate engraving of the clock maker BONNET in London.
The original enamel dial has a very slight repair between the 50 and 55 minute markers.
It runs perfectly, and once wound, the mainspring unwinds completely with good balance wheel amplitude and accuracy.
The case shows slight signs of wear on the gilding but no dents... original domed crystal.
This watch is a perfect fit for the wooden and gilded leather watch holder featured in our gallery and sold separatly.
Transport cost upon request for outside France sending.
The movement is fully gilt and features square pillars and a magnificent D-shaped cock characteristic of the period, with intricate engraving of the clock maker BONNET in London.
The original enamel dial has a very slight repair between the 50 and 55 minute markers.
It runs perfectly, and once wound, the mainspring unwinds completely with good balance wheel amplitude and accuracy.
The case shows slight signs of wear on the gilding but no dents... original domed crystal.
This watch is a perfect fit for the wooden and gilded leather watch holder featured in our gallery and sold separatly.
Transport cost upon request for outside France sending.
1 800 €
Period: 18th century
Style: Louis 15th - Transition
Condition: Excellent condition
Material: Brass
Length: 66mm
Width: 23 mm
Diameter: 43 mm
Reference (ID): 1804757
Availability: In stock
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