Sterling silver, key wound fob watch with ornate case, retailed by the quality London based watchmaker, "J. W. Benson" (watchmaker to Queen Victoria). Dating from 1887.
Solid sterling silver case with snap-on bezel, hinged back and inner dust cover. Entire surface of case beautifully hand engraved with a very attractive floral design. Sprung loaded back opened by depressing button on pendant to reveal keyholes in dust cover. Inside back stamped with a full English, sterling silver hallmark corresponding to the year 1887. Also stamped with the initials, "J.W.B." (J. W. Benson). Dust cover has two key holes, one for winding, one for setting the hands. Dust cover engraved with Queen Victoria's crown and signed, "Watch Maker by Warrant to the Queen - Examined by J. W. Benson, 62 & 64 Ludgate Hill, London & Geneva". Fitted with an acrylic U.B. crystal. Case diameter (not including pendant) : 39.5mm. Case condition : 80%.
White enamel dial with black hand painted Roman numerals. Dial signed, "J. W. Benson". Blue steel hands. Dial condition : 100%.
Gilt, 10 jewel, Swiss made movement with cylinder escapement. Key wound and set. Movement condition (appearance) : 80%. Recently serviced. Time keeping : good.
Comes with period watch key.
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