Quality Silver "J. W. Benson" Pocket Watch. 1902
SOLD
Nice
quality, key wound, English Lever pocket watch made by the reputable London
watchmaker's "J.W.Benson" (watchmakers to Queen Victoria). Dating form
1902.
Heavy sterling silver case with a snap-on bezel, hinged back and dust cover.
Back opened to reveal key holes by pressing button mounted in centre of pendant
(originally sprung loaded, spring no longer present). Case signed,
"J.W.B" (J. W. Benson) and stamped with a full English (London)
hallmark corresponding to the year 1902. Case diameter (not including pendant
and bow) : 53mm. Case condition : 80%.
White enamel dial with subsidiary seconds. Black Roman numerals. Signed,
"J.W.Benson - London". Dial condition : 100%.
Nice quality, gilt, key wound (comes with appropriate period key), English Lever
movement with bimetallic compensation balance wheel. Signed, "The Ludgate
Watch - J.W.Benson, Ludgate Hill, London - Best London Make - By Warrant to H.M.
the late Queen Victoria". Movement condition (appearance) : 90%. Time
keeping : good.
For information on the history of J. W. Benson Ltd, please click on the link below:
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