$4,305
Dent Two-day Marine Chronometer, no. 49872, "Maker to the Queen," 61 Strand & 4 Royal Exchange, London, 4-in. silvered dial marked with maker's name, location, and number as above, subsidiary seconds and up/down indicator dials, chain fusee movement with helical hairspring, Dent's balance, and spring detent, in a fully gimbaled brass bowl, all housed in a glazed, three-tier mahogany box with an enameled disc on the front marked "Dent 49872," ht. 7 3/4 in. Estimate $3,000-5,000 Chronometer is currently running. Two circular stains on top of box. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2018-04-20
