German striking watch by an unknown maker

Made:
1600 in Germany
German striking watch by an unknown maker German striking watch by an unknown maker German striking watch by an unknown maker

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Clock-watch by an unknown maker, Germany, c.1600. Circular case made from gilt-brass, made up of a flat band around the movement and a domed back and cover. All parts chased, engraved and pierced. Gilt-brass dial, with engraved central sun and Roman numerals with touch pins. Steel hand. The movement has a three-wheel train, verge escapement, with a later balance cock. Engraved edge to top plate. The wheels are made from brass as are the mainspring barrels. The striking mechanism and count wheel are of a later date.

Originally part of the collection of the Reverend Henry Nelthropp, and donated by Nelthropp to the museum of Worshipful Company of Clockmakers in 1894.

Clockmakers' Museum No. 3

Details

Category:
Clockmakers
Collection:
The Worshipful Company of Clockmakers
Object Number:
L2015-3082
Materials:
brass (copper, zinc alloy), steel (metal) and bronze (copper, tin alloy)
Measurements:
overall: 67 mm x 54 mm x 28 mm,
type:
watch and verge movement
credit:
Lent by the Worshipful Company of Clockmakers