Antique X. Schwer, Salzburg Tortoise Shell Case Pocket Watch

Item Details

Condition

Condition Details
- not running at time of evaluation without detailed testing, future state not guaranteed.
- the combination of shell outer case and the balance bride supported on both sides with screws suggest a production date between 1665 and 1765.
- shell is cracked with some loss along with domed silver pins.
- end of #5 key is split.

Dimensions

- 60 mm pocket watch.
- 71 mm outer case.

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• Timekeeping accuracy not guaranteed.

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Item #

ITMGE29274