6th Apr, 2019 11:30 GMT/BST

Jewellery, Watches & Silver

 
Lot 2206
 

2206

An 18ct Gold Chronograph Pocket Watch, signed J Hargreaves & Co, Liverpool, 1886, lever...

An 18ct Gold Chronograph Pocket Watch, signed J Hargreaves & Co, Liverpool, 1886, lever movement signed and numbered 49415, enamel dial with Roman numerals, outer fifths of seconds track, case back cover inscribed Geo Hesketh and initialled GH, Chester hallmark, 55mm wide see illustration

By repute, and our understanding from the current vendor, the inscription and initials are for George Hesketh who we believe played Rugby League for England, Oldham and Wigan between 1910s/20s and 30s.

Sold for £950
Estimated at £500 - £700


 

25.02.19, Case with surface scratches, case sides with small dents, back cover with a inscription and initials Geo Hesketh GH, glass with scratches and chips to the edges, dial is dirty, movement needs cleaning, movement not working, 18 carat gold cuvette with no inscription, total watch weight 135g.

 


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Auction: Jewellery, Watches & Silver, 6th Apr, 2019

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