- 88
John Moncas, Liverpool
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- John Moncas, Liverpool
- An 18k gold open-faced watch possibly made for the Latin American Market, circa 1825, with enamel, silver and gold presentation chain
Gilt lever movement, gilt dust cover, gilt dial with applied three-color foliage motif, subsidiary seconds, 18k gold case with chaste band ornamented with foliage motif, movement signed, case numbered and stamped with Chester hallmark for 1825, with a silver and gold chain featuring three double-sided medallions with polychrome enamel emblems.
Condition
The movement is running when wound, however it will need to be cleaned and oiled for best performance. It is now lacking a key, which will need to be replaced. The metal dust cover is in nice condition. The dial has some light spots throughout and minor discoloration to the outer edge, but looks nice overall. Some of the printing to the subsidiary seconds dial is worn off. The case is rather rubbed to the back and has a few light dents to the back as well. Overall the chasing is in nice condition. The chain is in nice and intact condition.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.