LIBERTY & CO. | EARLY "TUDRIC" CLOCK, MODEL NO. 0019

Overall in very good condition. The pewter surfaces present with some very fine and minor scratches, light oxidation and light pitting throughout consistent with age and gentle handling and not visually distracting. The pewter with some very minor surface irregularities throughout which are inherent to production. The proper right side edge of the clock with two very minor impressions to the pewter surface consistent with gentle handling and not visually distracting. The recessed areas of the clock face with some light surface soiling consistent with age. The numbers and outer edges of the clock face with a particularly dense sapphire blue enamel in well-preserved condition. The copper surfaces with light scratches and light oxidation throughout consistent with age and gentle handling. The hands with light oxidation throughout consistent with the natural evolution of the medium. Functionality of movement is not guaranteed and it could need service at the buyer's discretion. An elegant model enhanced by two delicate enameled decorations in very well-preserved condition.

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