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