{"product_id":"antique-silver-cased-full-hunter-fusee-pocket-watch-london-1854-j-rogers","title":"Antique Silver Cased Full Hunter Fusee Pocket Watch – London 1854 – J. Rogers","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"363\" data-end=\"720\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"363\" data-end=\"378\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"378\" data-end=\"381\"\u003eA fine antique English silver cased full hunter fusee pocket watch, hallmarked London 1854 and fitted with an attractive gilt fusee movement signed J. Rogers, London. The watch is in good working order, winds smoothly and runs. It retains its original white enamel dial with Roman numerals and elegant hands. A key is included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"722\" data-end=\"895\"\u003eThe case presents well overall with surface wear to the silver and light age-related marks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"897\" data-end=\"1252\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"897\" data-end=\"920\"\u003eBrief Maker History\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"920\" data-end=\"923\"\u003eJohn Rogers was a London-based watchmaker active during the mid-19th century, producing traditional English key-wound fusee movements known for their durability and decorative finishing. Fusee movements were widely regarded as the pinnacle of precision timekeeping in the era before mass-produced Swiss movements became dominant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1254\" data-end=\"1271\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1254\" data-end=\"1269\"\u003eKey Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1274\" data-end=\"1299\"\u003eFull hunter silver case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1302\" data-end=\"1327\"\u003eHallmarked London, 1854\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1330\" data-end=\"1358\"\u003eCase maker: Richard Forman\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1361\" data-end=\"1409\"\u003eGilt fusee movement signed “J. Rogers, London”\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1412\" data-end=\"1438\"\u003eKey wound (key included)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1441\" data-end=\"1480\"\u003eWhite enamel dial with Roman numerals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1483\" data-end=\"1558\"\u003eFront cover push button release (front does not spring open)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1561\" data-end=\"1599\"\u003eCase front engraved with initial “F”\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1602\" data-end=\"1642\"\u003eWorking and ticking at time of listing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1644\" data-end=\"1660\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1644\" data-end=\"1658\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1663\" data-end=\"1694\"\u003eCase diameter: approx. 52.5mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1696\" data-end=\"1711\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1696\" data-end=\"1709\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1714\" data-end=\"1735\"\u003eRunning and ticking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1738\" data-end=\"1791\"\u003eDial in good condition with light age-related marks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1794\" data-end=\"1860\"\u003eCase in good antique condition with surface scratches and patina\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1915\" data-end=\"1979\"\u003eFront cover release may require attention (likely worn spring)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1982\" data-end=\"2002\"\u003eUnrestored example\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2004\" data-end=\"2316\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2004\" data-end=\"2050\"\u003eImportant Notes (Vintage Watch Disclaimer)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2050\" data-end=\"2053\"\u003eThis is a vintage mechanical pocket watch. While it is currently running, accuracy cannot be guaranteed. Service history is unknown, and a professional service is recommended for regular use. Sold as a vintage collectible rather than a modern precision timepiece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2318\" data-end=\"2513\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2318\" data-end=\"2329\"\u003eSummary\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2329\" data-end=\"2332\"\u003eA handsome mid-19th century English silver fusee pocket watch with a classic full hunter case, ideal for collectors of early English horology or as a characterful antique timepiece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2515\" data-end=\"2643\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"2515\" data-end=\"2643\"\u003eAs usual, this item will be packaged carefully and dispatched with tracking. International shipping is available upon request.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"J. 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