Search the collections

Where is it from?

A Maker Liverpool, United Kingdom

Pocket Watch Movement - Thomas Russell & Son, Liverpool, late 19th century Reg. No: ST 023552

Summary:: Gents pocket watch movement, Thomas Russell & Son, Liverpool, no 95884, late 19th century.
Description:: Key wound spring; lever escapement.

Seconds dial at 6.
Acquisition Information:: Donation from Joseph Lowy, 1952

Discipline:	Technology
Dimensions:	4.5 cm (Diameter)

More information

Tagged with:	gents watches, key watches, pocket watches, watchworks, 47748, 36129, 33315, 23208, 337753 753, 23621, 88554, 324152, 46922, 4916418, 790110, 2189999
Themes this item is part of:	Joseph Lowy, Watchmaker (1889-1979), Horology Collection, Science & Measurement Collection
Primary Classification:	HOROLOGY
Secondary Classification:	Watches
Tertiary Classification:	england
Inscriptions:	Face marked 'Thos Russell & Son, 95884. Maker to Her Majesty the Queen'. Back plate marked ' Thos Russell & Son, Makers to the Queen, Liverpool, 95884'.
Maker:	Thomas Russell & Son, Liverpool, England, Great Britain, 1880s-1890s B. Loomes, Watchmakers and Clockmakers of the World, p.204 gives dates of 1848-1902.

Comments

David Cowton Posted on 11 Mar 2010 8:30 PM

Can you tell me anything about a silver pocket watch made by Thomas Russell and sons of liverpool?
The date letter is a capital R in a square with cut off corners, The watch and case number are both 100750. Hallmarks are a Lion and a shield with a sword and 3 marks, the letters TR are also stamped into the case. This watch belonged to my wifes grandfather so value is not really a consideration. I thank you for your time and assistance D. Cowton

Discovery Centre Posted on 13 Mar 2010 9:43 AM

Hi David and thanks for your enquiry. We would recommend that you view the website Antiquarian Horological Society(UK)http://www.ahsoc.demon.co.uk/ to locate a reliable horologist in your area. They should be able to give you further information about the watchmaker and the watch itself.

John Collins Posted on 25 Apr 2010 7:04 AM

I am looking for size 18 Thomas Russell and sons 3/4 back plate.I can't tell by this watch because I can't see the back or sides.Thank-you.John

Discovery Centre Posted on 28 Apr 2010 9:39 AM

Hi John and thanks for the enquiry. If you are looking for a watch to compare one that you have to, or perhaps you are looking for parts for a watch you have, you may need to contact a horologist in your local area. Consider the Antiquarian Horological Society, http://www.ahsoc.demon.co.uk/
or perhaps the National Association of Watch and Clock Collectors, http://www.clockandwatchclub.com/default.htm

Ronald Crowther Posted on 28 Apr 2010 11:25 PM

I have a family watch with this face and movement; however, it is an Illinois Watch Case Elgin "The Russell Model" 2189454. My family was from England and I am wondering how old and rare this watch is. Ronald Crowther, Rehoboth MA 02769 USA

Discovery Centre Posted on 30 Apr 2010 2:43 PM

Hi there Ronald. In cases such as this it is better to see the watch in person. You should contact the National Association of Watch & Clock Collectors http://www.nawcc.org/ or the American Clock & Watch Museum http://clockandwatchmuseum.org/Home.asp both of which might be able to put you in touch with a horologist in your area who can examine the watch for you.

andrew hammond Posted on 06 Jun 2011 6:10 AM

Hi David , my grandmother has a similar watch that belonged to her father , its gold plated , but sadly in poor condition...

Add your question or comment

Themes

This item is part of the following themes:

Join Up & Join In!

Follow Museum Victoria on

MV Links

I worked for Customs at Williamstown in the 1970s and the counter used to be longer, it had a curved piece cut off many years before I started work there. It w ...

Terry Breen on Counter - Customs House, Williamstown, circa 1871

MV Membership

MV E-News

Subscribe to MV Newsletter

Museum Victoria | GPO Box 666 Melbourne 3001, Victoria, Australia | Bookings & Enquiries 13 11 02