128-4229 Pocket watch/coach clock: extremely rare double faced astronomical coach clock for the Chinese market, William Vale London, ca. 1780 Ca. Ø 81 mm, ca. 304 g, fire-gilt case with original jewels on both sides (2 jewels missing), both sides glazed, original enamel dial on both sides, very good condition, full plate movement with verge escapement, face with hours and minutes; 2nd time zone, date, moon age and center seconds on back, dial signed, excellent and original condition, with probably original key, in working order. Comparable watches were also made by John Ilbery, William Anthony, John Brockbank, John Bittleston, William Pybus and Timothy Williamson. now only: 10.000 €
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