Description: A fine early 19th-century silver pair-cased verge fusee pocket watch, hallmarked London 1801 and made by Charles Percy of London. The movement is signed "Charles Percy, London, 20442," and the case serial "442" correctly matches the movement. This is a quality example of an English verge fusee, housed in its original pair case, and retaining old service paper inserts in the outer case.
Brief History of the Maker: Charles Percy was an English watchmaker active in London during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Known for producing verge fusee pocket watches, his work represents the fine craftsmanship of the period, combining robust movements with elegant hand-engraving and decorative cases.
Key Details:
Maker: Charles Percy, London
Hallmark: London, 1801 (maker’s mark WB)
Movement: Verge fusee, signed and numbered 20442
Case: Silver pair case, serial 442 matching the movement
Features: Original paper inserts in outer case
Dial: White enamel with Roman numerals and original hands
Dimensions:
Outer case diameter: 55.6mm
Inner case diameter: 48.4mm
Condition:
Working order (not tested for timekeeping accuracy, service recommended)
Small dents and dings to the case, wear to the release button
Chipping to the enamel dial edges (see photographs)
Old service paper insert present but worn
Summary: This is a handsome and authentic silver verge fusee pocket watch by Charles Percy, London, dating to 1801. With its matching case and movement numbers and overall presentable condition, it is an excellent example for collectors of early English horology.
Postage & Shipping: As usual, this item will be packaged carefully and dispatched with tracking. International shipping is handled through the eBay Global Shipping Programme (GSP).
Description: A fine early 19th-century silver pair-cased verge fusee pocket watch, hallmarked London 1801 and made by Charles Percy of London. The movement is signed "Charles Percy, London, 20442," and the case serial "442" correctly matches the movement. This is a quality example of an English verge fusee, housed in its original pair case, and retaining old service paper inserts in the outer case.
Brief History of the Maker: Charles Percy was an English watchmaker active in London during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Known for producing verge fusee pocket watches, his work represents the fine craftsmanship of the period, combining robust movements with elegant hand-engraving and decorative cases.
Key Details:
Maker: Charles Percy, London
Hallmark: London, 1801 (maker’s mark WB)
Movement: Verge fusee, signed and numbered 20442
Case: Silver pair case, serial 442 matching the movement
Features: Original paper inserts in outer case
Dial: White enamel with Roman numerals and original hands
Dimensions:
Outer case diameter: 55.6mm
Inner case diameter: 48.4mm
Condition:
Working order (not tested for timekeeping accuracy, service recommended)
Small dents and dings to the case, wear to the release button
Chipping to the enamel dial edges (see photographs)
Old service paper insert present but worn
Summary: This is a handsome and authentic silver verge fusee pocket watch by Charles Percy, London, dating to 1801. With its matching case and movement numbers and overall presentable condition, it is an excellent example for collectors of early English horology.
Postage & Shipping: As usual, this item will be packaged carefully and dispatched with tracking. International shipping is handled through the eBay Global Shipping Programme (GSP).
