$3,075
Litherland Davis & Co. Two-day Marine Chronometer, Liverpool, c. 1840, no. 727/16520, with 3 1/4-in. silvered dial, gold hands, roman numerals, subsidiary seconds and up/down dials, brass gimbaled bowl marked "Litherland Davis & Co. Liverpool 727," chain fusee movement with two-arm split bimetallic balance, helical hairspring, and detent escapement, in brass-bound, three-tier mahogany box, ht. 6 in. Estimate $800-1,200 currently keeping time, case has nice old finish, case lacking escutcheon and name boss plaque. 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:
2017-10-27
