Lot 1723

Description

Omega, nine-carat gold open-faced pocket watch, 1924, Swiss-made, white enamel-style dial with black Arabic numerals, blued steel hands, subsidiary seconds at six, pendant winding, 21-jewel lever movement, micrometer adjusted, movement no. 5740033, in Dennison nine-carat gold case, no. 290062, Birmingham hallmark, 1924, gross weight 92.73g. Accompanied by Worland's photographic identification and technical notes. Fine appearance, minor surface wear to case, dial apparently well preserved. Internal rattling audible when handled, possibly indicating a loose component. Movement and running condition not tested; mechanical inspection recommended.

Ex D. G. L. Worland Collection, Sydney. Accompanied by the collector's identification sheet recording movement number, Dennison case number and Birmingham hallmark.