Pocket Watch Mechanism

Cylinder escapement, brass escape wheel, made by George Graham

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Cylinder escapement, brass escape wheel, made by George Graham
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Cylinder escapement, brass escape wheel, made by George Graham, London, England, 1740-1750.

Details

Category:
Time Measurement
Object Number:
1920-498
Materials:
brass (copper, zinc alloy), enamel and steel (metal)
Measurements:
overall: 17 mm 48 mm, .055kg
type:
pocket watch and cylinder watch
credit:
On loan from Bruno Roberts