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Stop Watch - 'Chronograph', London, circa 1878 Object Reg. No: ST 024538

Stop Watch
Summary:
Stop watch, silver open case, 'Chronograph', London, circa 1878.
Description:
White dial has roman numerals for time and arabic numerals to 300. Has stop/start lever with kick start at 2; this acts as a brake onto balance wheel.

Key wound spring; lever escapement.
Acquisition Information:
Unknown from Unknown
Discipline: Technology
Dimensions: 1.8 cm (Width), 5.6 cm (Diameter)

More information

Tagged with: key watches, stop watches, 3485580, 483510
Themes this item is part of: Horology Collection, Science & Measurement Collection
Primary Classification: HOROLOGY
Secondary Classification: Watches
Tertiary Classification: england
Inscriptions: Dial is marked 'Chronograph'. Case has London hallmark for 1878-1879.
Place & Date Made: London, Middlesex, England, Great Britain, circa 1878

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Mr Purdy (UK) Posted on 07 Dec 2009 2:14 AM
Hi
I have one of these pocket watches which has been handed down the family. It isn't working but is complete. I was wondering whether it was worth getting it mended and if it had any value.
Many thanks
Discovery Centre Posted on 28 Dec 2009 2:38 PM
Museum Victoria Comment
Hi Mr Purdy. Unfortunately Museum Victoria cannot provide valuations of objects or conservation advice. We suggest that you contact a horologist in the UK. The British Horological Institute has contact details of its members at http://www.bhi.co.uk/repairer.html Whether or not it is 'worth' repairing is up to yourself and will, I imagine, depend on it's sentimental, as well as monetary value

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