Antique Furniture, Barometers, Clocks and Works of Art - 12th September 2006

Lot 464

A lacquered brass cased marine chronometer

Estimate £1,200 - £1,500 | Hammer £1400

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Description

A lacquered brass cased marine chronometer, the 56 hour fusee movement to a silvered dial, with subsidiary Down/Up and seconds dials, inscribed 'Whyte, Thomson & Co, Makers to the Admiralty. Glasgow & Southshields, 5710', 4.25in (10.8cm) dia. in a mahogany and brass bound box, with ivory label.