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Georgian Silver and Brass Thomas Scott Gainsborough Pocket Watch
$950List Price
About the Item
- Creator:Thomas Scott Gainsborough
- Case Material:
- Weight:127.27 g
- Case Shape:Round
- Movement:
- Case Dimensions:Diameter: 2 in (50.8 mm)
- Period:1790-1799
- Date of Manufacture:1790
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. The watch is not in running condition and is only a collectible. This watch is being sold in "as is condition".
- Seller Location:Towson, MD
- Reference Number:Seller: 592-871stDibs: LU1895223073152
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