WILLIAM THORNTON

WILLIAM THORNTON, ENGLAND, ''THE RAPE OF HELEN'', TRIPLE CASE POCKET WATCH, REPOUSSE DECOR, 22K YELLOW GOLD A very fine and rare, 22k gold, manual wind open-face Key-winding pair-cased pocket watch. The outer case executed in repoussé, depicting “The rape of Helen”. White enamel dial with radial Roman numerals and Rose-cut diamond-set hands. Brand: WILLIAM THORNTON, England Model: ''the rape of helen'' Year: Circa 1770 Movement: 1063 Caliber: 33 mm., hinged, full plate frosted gilt, column pillars, fusee and chain, verge escapement, three-arm steel balance, single-footed cock pierced and engraved with asymmetrical foliage. Diameter: 48 mm., 56 mm. with the extra glazed protecting case Weight: 101 gr. Signature: Dial and movement Accesories: protective glazed case, gold chain and gilt brass crank key Grading System: AA (Very good) Case: 3 (Good) Dial: 3-71-01 (Good , Hairlines , HANDS Original) Movement: 3-6* (Good , Slightly oxidized , Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense) HKD: 26,500 - 44,200 USD: 3,400 - 5,700 EUR: 3,000 - 5,000 JPY: 540,000 - 890,000 To be sold without reserve

Estimate:£2,544.32

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