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Pocket Watch Movement - Charles Le Roy, Paris, circa 1800 Object Reg. No: ST 015213

Pocket Watch Movement
Summary:
Gents pocket watch movement, Charles Le Roy, Paris, no 357, circa 1800.
Description:
White enamel dial has roman numerals. Repeater gong in form of metal coil.

Key wound spring; verge escapement. Fusee and chain.
Acquisition Information:
Donation from Mr James Searle, 1924
Discipline: Technology
Dimensions: 1.2 cm (Width), 4.8 cm (Diameter)

More information

Tagged with: gents watches, key watches, pocket watches, watchworks
Themes this item is part of: Horology Collection, Science & Measurement Collection
Primary Classification: HOROLOGY
Secondary Classification: Watches
Tertiary Classification: france
Inscriptions: Back plate is marked 'Charles Le Roy', 'a Paris'.and 'No 357'. Dial is marked 'Charles Le Roy' and 'a Paris'.
Maker: Mr Charles Le Roy, Paris, France, circa 1800

Comments

Jim Eick Posted on 16 Jan 2010 10:26 AM
LCan you tell me where I can find information on French watchmaker LePerrot? Thank you, Jim
Discovery Centre Posted on 18 Jan 2010 2:01 PM
Museum Victoria Comment
Hi Jim, thanks for your enquiry. Perhaps contact the Australian Antiquarian Horological Society, their details can be found here: http://www.clockandwatchclub.com/default.htm

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