29th Oct, 2014 12:00

Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art (Wizard)

 
  Lot 162
 

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[M] BARRAUD MAHOGANY 8-DAY MARINE CHRONOMETER, NO....

BARRAUD MAHOGANY 8-DAY MARINE CHRONOMETER, NO. 5054, CIRCA 1830
the 4½in. silvered dial signed Corrected & Adjusted by Barraud, 41 Cornhill, London, No. 5054, champlevé Roman numerals, large subsidiary seconds and up-and-down dials, blued-steel hour and minute hands, 2-frame brass movement with reverse fusee and chain, Harrison's maintaining power, Earnshaw-type footed spring detent escapement, bimetallic compensation balance with wedge-shaped temperature weights and meantime adjustment nuts, diamond endstone, free-sprung blued-steel helical balance spring, gimbal-mounted brass bowl with screw-down bezel, in three-tier mahogany box with brass drop handles and vacant signature plaque -- 8in. (20cm.) square approx.

Sold for £3,224
Estimated at £1,500 - £2,000

(inc. buyer's premium of 24%)


Condition Report
Movement in going order with no obvious defects, dial clean with slight oxidation, (possibly associated) box rather tired and some scratches, top lid replaced.

We are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of this property. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Charles Miller Ltd is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD “AS IS” IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE.

 
BARRAUD MAHOGANY 8-DAY MARINE CHRONOMETER, NO. 5054, CIRCA 1830
the 4½in. silvered dial signed Corrected & Adjusted by Barraud, 41 Cornhill, London, No. 5054, champlevé Roman numerals, large subsidiary seconds and up-and-down dials, blued-steel hour and minute hands, 2-frame brass movement with reverse fusee and chain, Harrison's maintaining power, Earnshaw-type footed spring detent escapement, bimetallic compensation balance with wedge-shaped temperature weights and meantime adjustment nuts, diamond endstone, free-sprung blued-steel helical balance spring, gimbal-mounted brass bowl with screw-down bezel, in three-tier mahogany box with brass drop handles and vacant signature plaque -- 8in. (20cm.) square approx.
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