Heydays Antiques

Description

James Murray (1780–1847) was a Scottish clock, watch and chronometer maker with a business at the Royal Exchange London from 1815 to 1847. His chronometer no. 819 won the top prize in the Greenwich trials for 1823 and later accompanied William Parry aboard HMS BEAGLE on his final attempt to find the Northwest Passage. His chronometers also accompanied James Weddell also aboard HMS BEAGLE to the Antarctic Ocean, reaching, in 1823, the most southerly point achieved by any ship or chronometer up to that time. His son, James, continued the business and set up subsidiaries in Melbourne and Calcutta.

Circa 1820 this is a fine mahogany cased twin fusee Repeater 8 day bracket clock with silvered dial by James Murray, Royal Exchange, London.

Good antique working order.

Delivery & Setup Service by Discussion

To view @ Silsoe (Beds) MK45 just off the A6 or at one of the Antique Fairs we attend, please email or phone Robert on 07899 058752.

Selection of Fusee Bracket Clocks & Longcases Available
Optional Delivery/Set Up Service By Discussion.

Please examine the photos & ask any questions. Viewing is always offered.

A good selection of Grandfather & Grandmother Longcases available and other quality Clocks.

Please contact Robert or Joyce to discuss your needs.