Stock No. : 0416

James Byard
London, c1790
Gilt pair cases
Verge movement

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MOVEMENT : The verge movement is signed and numbered (3467). It is in good condition and is running well.

DIAL : The white enamel dial is about 39.5 mm in diameter. It has a light hairline between 11 and 12 and three hairlines across the edge at 9. Otherwise fine.

INNER CASE : No maker’s marks. The hinge and catch are fine and the case snaps shut properly. The gilding is in good condition with just some wear on the bow and pendant and a little around the outer edge. The high dome crystal is fine with no damage or significant scratches.

OUTER CASE : The hinge and catch are fine and the case snaps shut nicely. The gilding is again almost complete.