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The Vintage Wrist Watch Company
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Antique silver John Forrest pocket watch and chain
An antique silver John Forrest fusee pocket watch and chain.
The watch has a fusee (chain driven) movement which is working nicely. The movement is protected by an inner fitted cover which is signed John Forrest, London.
The watch measures 58mm diameter excluding the stem and the loop so bigger than a standard 50mm pocket watch. The case is silver and there are hallmarks inside all three of the covers for Chester 1898 with a case maker's mark for the silversmith Albert Curtis of Coventry. The case has a few fairly minor indentations but overall very acceptable for a piece of its age. The front and back would have had engine turned detail but years of use means that only traces remain.
The small button on the top of the stem pushes in to open the front cover. Inside there is a later acrylic lens. The original glass lenses were often replaced with acrylic as it is much more durable.
The dial is signed John Forrest, London. It is in very nice condition.
Forrest started out as a true English craftsman, making a small number of relatively high quality watches. Later on he became much more of a retailer than a maker. Forrest died in 1871, but watches with the "John Forrest" name continued to be sold for nearly half a century.
The watch comes with a single silver chain, 31.5cm long including the T-bar and the clasp, and a good weight at 69g including the fob which contains an 1887 sixpence... the coin section swivels within the outer frame but it is quite tight.
The watch and chain will be sent in a new presentation box. ALL PRICES INCLUDE UK POSTAGE (excluding Northern Ireland).
Please contact us before placing international orders so that we can advise of shipping prices and to see if customs regulations allow us to post watches to your country.
The international buyer is responsible for paying any import duties and taxes.
All of our watches are checked over before listing, and are also checked for accuracy which is usually within around +/- two to three minutes over 24 hours (unless otherwise stated), which is considered respectable for a vintage watch.
We are a VAT registered company and all purchases are covered by Consumer Regulations.
Credit / debit card purchases can be made over the telephone on 01386 750238 or you can proceed via the \'Buy Securely\' button on each listing page.
We are an on-line only business and do not have facilities for callers. Our offices are open from Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm.
With regards to appraisals / valuations, we receive a huge number of information requests each day and unfortunately do not have the manpower to deal with them all individually. Our advice would be to contact a local auctioneer for a full appraisal.
SellerThe Vintage Wrist Watch Company
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The Vintage Wrist Watch Company
Private dealer
By appointment only
Worcestershire
England
Tel : 01386 750238
Non UK callers : +44 1386 750238
The watch has a fusee (chain driven) movement which is working nicely. The movement is protected by an inner fitted cover which is signed John Forrest, London.
The watch measures 58mm diameter excluding the stem and the loop so bigger than a standard 50mm pocket watch. The case is silver and there are hallmarks inside all three of the covers for Chester 1898 with a case maker's mark for the silversmith Albert Curtis of Coventry. The case has a few fairly minor indentations but overall very acceptable for a piece of its age. The front and back would have had engine turned detail but years of use means that only traces remain.
The small button on the top of the stem pushes in to open the front cover. Inside there is a later acrylic lens. The original glass lenses were often replaced with acrylic as it is much more durable.
The dial is signed John Forrest, London. It is in very nice condition.
Forrest started out as a true English craftsman, making a small number of relatively high quality watches. Later on he became much more of a retailer than a maker. Forrest died in 1871, but watches with the "John Forrest" name continued to be sold for nearly half a century.
The watch comes with a single silver chain, 31.5cm long including the T-bar and the clasp, and a good weight at 69g including the fob which contains an 1887 sixpence... the coin section swivels within the outer frame but it is quite tight.
The watch and chain will be sent in a new presentation box. ALL PRICES INCLUDE UK POSTAGE (excluding Northern Ireland).
Please contact us before placing international orders so that we can advise of shipping prices and to see if customs regulations allow us to post watches to your country.
The international buyer is responsible for paying any import duties and taxes.
All of our watches are checked over before listing, and are also checked for accuracy which is usually within around +/- two to three minutes over 24 hours (unless otherwise stated), which is considered respectable for a vintage watch.
We are a VAT registered company and all purchases are covered by Consumer Regulations.
Credit / debit card purchases can be made over the telephone on 01386 750238 or you can proceed via the \'Buy Securely\' button on each listing page.
We are an on-line only business and do not have facilities for callers. Our offices are open from Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm.
With regards to appraisals / valuations, we receive a huge number of information requests each day and unfortunately do not have the manpower to deal with them all individually. Our advice would be to contact a local auctioneer for a full appraisal.
Price The price has been listed in British Pounds.
Conversion rates as of 2/JAN/2025. Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
Always confirm final price with dealer. SOLD
Category Antique and Vintage Watches
Date 1898
Art Nouveau Antiques Material Silver
Origin English
Maker John Forrest
Item code as170a5685
Status Sold
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Conversion rates as of 2/JAN/2025. Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
Always confirm final price with dealer. SOLD
Shipping information
ALL PRICES INCLUDE UK POSTAGE (excluding Northern Ireland).
Please contact us before placing international orders so that we can advise of shipping prices and to see if customs regulations allow us to post watches to your country.
The international buyer is responsible for paying any import duties and taxes.
Please contact us before placing international orders so that we can advise of shipping prices and to see if customs regulations allow us to post watches to your country.
The international buyer is responsible for paying any import duties and taxes.
Terms and conditions
ALL PRICES INCLUDE UK POSTAGE (excluding Northern Ireland).
Please contact us before placing international orders so that we can advise of shipping prices and to see if customs regulations allow us to post watches to your country. Please contact us in the first instance, any orders from prohibited countries will be refunded, less any payment fees which are non-refundable.
The international buyer is responsible for paying any import duties and taxes. If the customer refuses to pay any duty and customs charges and the parcel is returned to sender all shipping and associated charges will be deducted from any refund.
All of our watches are checked over before listing, and are also checked for accuracy which is usually within around +/- two to three minutes over 24 hours (unless otherwise stated), which is considered respectable for a vintage watch.
We are a VAT registered company and all purchases are covered by Consumer Regulations.
Credit / debit card purchases can be made over the telephone on 01386750238 or you can proceed via the 'Buy Securely' button on each listing page.
We are an on-line only business and do not have facilities for callers. Our offices are open from Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm.
With regards to appraisals / valuations, we receive a huge number of information requests each day and unfortunately do not have the manpower to deal with them all individually. Our advice would be to contact a local auctioneer for a full appraisal.
Please contact us before placing international orders so that we can advise of shipping prices and to see if customs regulations allow us to post watches to your country. Please contact us in the first instance, any orders from prohibited countries will be refunded, less any payment fees which are non-refundable.
The international buyer is responsible for paying any import duties and taxes. If the customer refuses to pay any duty and customs charges and the parcel is returned to sender all shipping and associated charges will be deducted from any refund.
All of our watches are checked over before listing, and are also checked for accuracy which is usually within around +/- two to three minutes over 24 hours (unless otherwise stated), which is considered respectable for a vintage watch.
We are a VAT registered company and all purchases are covered by Consumer Regulations.
Credit / debit card purchases can be made over the telephone on 01386750238 or you can proceed via the 'Buy Securely' button on each listing page.
We are an on-line only business and do not have facilities for callers. Our offices are open from Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm.
With regards to appraisals / valuations, we receive a huge number of information requests each day and unfortunately do not have the manpower to deal with them all individually. Our advice would be to contact a local auctioneer for a full appraisal.
View all stock from
The Vintage Wrist Watch Company
Private dealerBy appointment only
Worcestershire
England
Tel : 01386 750238
Non UK callers : +44 1386 750238
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