Lot 1259

A ROSEWOOD THREE-TIER DECK WATCH CASE

Circa 1860

Estimate: £100 - £200
Hammer price: £160
Bidding ended. Lot has been sold.

The stop-hinged lid opening to reveal a glass observation panel, the mid-section, also stop-hinged, with brass star-inlaid push-piece, opening to reveal a dished compartment and key recess, the lock with shaped brass escutcheon, with its key

12.9cm square; 7.6cm high

CONDITION REPORT
In  original condition.  With case key.  The top has an old split running parallel to the back, which has now broken away at the joint with the back block.  It requires a careful reglue. Measurements of the hollow: 51.5mm diameter and 11mm deep. The split to the front cover has loosened the joint to the back edge which needs gluing. 

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