22nd Mar, 2012 9:00 GMT/BST

Spring Catalogue Sale

 
Lot 1407
 

1407

A Black Slate Striking Mantel Clock Combined with Thermometer and Aneroid Barometer, circa...

A Black Slate Striking Mantel Clock Combined with Thermometer and Aneroid Barometer, circa 1870, the case front set with lapis lazuli stone panels and scroll work, 4-1/2-inch enamel dial with visible Brocot escapement, two other enamel dials for thermometer and aneroid barometer, base with central engraved presentation plaque, twin barrel movement striking on a bell, backplate stamped HP & Co and numbered 8759 9227, 47cm high

Sold for £850
Estimated at £700 - £900


 

07.02.12, Case with very small chips around the base edges, one small chip to the top side arch, base with applied presentation plaque saying 'presented to John Roscamp By the agents Workmen & friends upon his leaving for a more important situation Acomb December 24th 1874 Colliery', enamel dials look clean, movement looks dirty and need cleaning.

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Auction: Spring Catalogue Sale, 22nd Mar, 2012

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