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Antique Chronometer Clock J. Sewill Liverpool Marine Royal Navy Box
$4,354.36
£3,200
€3,736.20
CA$6,019.77
A$6,553.20
CHF 3,498.26
MX$79,112.14
NOK 43,986.27
SEK 40,882.35
DKK 27,903.96
About the Item
You are viewing a collectable antique chronometer by J. Sewill of Liverpool
Circa 1880 on this amazing marine antique
The chronometer is housed in its original glazed three-tier mahogany case, complete with brass escutcheons, corner fittings and inset side handles which gives it a campaign look
The crisp silvered dial is beautifully engraved:
“Watchmaker to the Admiralty – J. Sewill, Liverpool
London”
Roman numerals for the hours
Outer minute track
Up-and-down power reserve indicator
Large subsidiary seconds dial
Blued steel hands and finely executed engraving consistent with mid- to late-Victorian manufacture
Inside the lid is the maker’s printed trade label, bearing royal arms and award medallions, advertising Sewill’s achievements as a chronometer and nautical instrument manufacturer
The chronometer sits within its original brass gimbal suspension, allowing it to remain level at sea
The winding key and adjustment fittings are present, with the original “Wind Slowly” paper caution label still intact — a lovely survival
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- Dimensions:Height: 9 in (22.86 cm)Width: 9 in (22.86 cm)Depth: 9 in (22.86 cm)
- Style:Victorian (In the Style Of)
- Materials and Techniques:Mahogany,Glazed
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1880
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Potters Bar, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU5875147788022
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