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Georgian Gold Fusee Verge Watch Chantelaine 1760
Estimated price for orientation: 1 025 $
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Description Condition: Pre-owned: An item that has been used or worn previously. See the seller’s listing for full details and description of any imperfections. See all condition definitions- opens in a new window or tab ... Read moreabout the condition
SUMMARY:
A rare and fine mid-18th century Georgian verge fusee pocket watch chantelaine. The chantelaine with gold plate decoration, with fine repousse classical scene in very fine and original condition, a very rare and unusual item to find and with the right watch, making both an attractive and valuable combination. Georgian watch chantelaines in this condition, can only rise in value, given the limited supply of such items. We are a Platinium eBay Power-Seller, so please bid with confidence THE CHANTELAINE: 95% mint, with richly gilded finish in wonderful condition. This has a total length of 11.0 cm, with two finely carved and decorated clasps to the sides, with screwplate nuts to the tops to secure items attached. Likewise a similar clasp to the basal decoration for attaching a pocket watch. The chantelaine consists of a large repousse panel to the top, with a classical scene, of a youth with a staff and seated maiden in classical dress. The scene is completed with a fine looking hound. The repousse deoration to the edges in very fine and crisp condition., with light rubbing to high points Suspended from the top panel are four tassel work chains, whioch are well engraved and further enhanced with repousse work finish to both front and back. Smaller tasel work chains flank the outsides with beautifully made and chased clasps. The rear of the chantelaine in very good condition with little wear if any to the gold plated finish and the clasp for attaching the chantelaine to a waist-coat pocket in good order and attached securely. To the base of the chantelaine is a hinged floral work piece with further clasp for attaching a pockt watch to, all in good order. This is a very fine Georgian period antique in simply stunning condition, which is a very rare collectable item or a possible investment for the future or of course a fine gift for a birthday, anniversary, wedding etc. TERMS AND CONDITIONS:
Please note, the magnified electronic images show detail much greater than would be visible with the naked eye. Any dark areas or marks on highly polished surfaces are almost certainly reflections from the camera or lighting equipment. If there are any marks or dents of any note, these will be mentioned in the description. All of our watches have been fully cleaned and serviced by a professional watch-maker unless not stated on the auction and the time-keeping carefully checked. We are happy to give a 3 month warranty on this work, which is thoroughly checked, and all watches are also given a 24 hour check prior to being shipped. We are here to help and ensure that our good eBay reputation is enhanced and this eBay shop becomes one of your favourite places to purchase watches. GUARANTEE & RETURN POLICY:
If any item received is not as described, please email us and return it, and we will repair it and return it to you free of charge. The only exception to this, is if the watch has been misused or damaged. Please note that we do not accept 3rd part watch makers repairs or invoices. In the unlikely event that you are dissatisfied with any watch you have purchased, please do not hesitate to contact us and every effort will be made to ensure that any problems are resolved to your satisfaction. If there has been an error or the item is not as described then we will offer a full refund, provided that the item is returned to me, undamaged and in the condition that it was sent out. We offer a 7-day non-quibble policy on any item as stated on all of our eBay auctions. PAYMENT: We expect all auctions to be fully paid for within 7 days of the auction ending, using one of the payment methods described below. UK Buyers Details: [1] Payment by UK Cheque, Bankers order or UK postal order into a UK bank account. [2] CHAPS transfer into a UK bank account. [3] Electronic bank transfer into a UK bank account. [4] PayPal in UK pounds to a verified address. [5] Foreign Money Orders or Bankers Draft in £UK. POSTAGE: Shipping costs are £12.50 or $25 registered Post, with insurance up to a maximum of £3000 / $4500. Time for delivery is generally 1-5 working days. Items will be despatched the next working day after funds are received and tracking number details and date of dispatch will be provided. We combine watches at no extra cost and with appropriate insurance for all parcels up to a maximun of 3 watches per parcel. LINKS TO OUR EBAY AUCTIONS AND MORE INFORMATION:
More comprehensive details are given on our "About Me" page on EBay, please click here, Remember to add us to your favourites list, Please do check out our other items, quality watches are added on a daily basis to our EBay shop,
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| Condition: | Pre-owned: An item that has been used or worn previously. See the seller’s listing for full details and description of any imperfections. See all condition definitions- opens in a new window or tab ... Read moreabout the condition |
SUMMARY:
A rare and fine mid-18th century Georgian verge fusee pocket watch chantelaine. The chantelaine with gold plate decoration, with fine repousse classical scene in very fine and original condition, a very rare and unusual item to find and with the right watch, making both an attractive and valuable combination. Georgian watch chantelaines in this condition, can only rise in value, given the limited supply of such items. We are a Platinium eBay Power-Seller, so please bid with confidence THE CHANTELAINE: 95% mint, with richly gilded finish in wonderful condition. This has a total length of 11.0 cm, with two finely carved and decorated clasps to the sides, with screwplate nuts to the tops to secure items attached. Likewise a similar clasp to the basal decoration for attaching a pocket watch. The chantelaine consists of a large repousse panel to the top, with a classical scene, of a youth with a staff and seated maiden in classical dress. The scene is completed with a fine looking hound. The repousse deoration to the edges in very fine and crisp condition., with light rubbing to high points Suspended from the top panel are four tassel work chains, whioch are well engraved and further enhanced with repousse work finish to both front and back. Smaller tasel work chains flank the outsides with beautifully made and chased clasps. The rear of the chantelaine in very good condition with little wear if any to the gold plated finish and the clasp for attaching the chantelaine to a waist-coat pocket in good order and attached securely. To the base of the chantelaine is a hinged floral work piece with further clasp for attaching a pockt watch to, all in good order. This is a very fine Georgian period antique in simply stunning condition, which is a very rare collectable item or a possible investment for the future or of course a fine gift for a birthday, anniversary, wedding etc. TERMS AND CONDITIONS:
Please note, the magnified electronic images show detail much greater than would be visible with the naked eye. Any dark areas or marks on highly polished surfaces are almost certainly reflections from the camera or lighting equipment. If there are any marks or dents of any note, these will be mentioned in the description. All of our watches have been fully cleaned and serviced by a professional watch-maker unless not stated on the auction and the time-keeping carefully checked. We are happy to give a 3 month warranty on this work, which is thoroughly checked, and all watches are also given a 24 hour check prior to being shipped. We are here to help and ensure that our good eBay reputation is enhanced and this eBay shop becomes one of your favourite places to purchase watches. GUARANTEE & RETURN POLICY:
If any item received is not as described, please email us and return it, and we will repair it and return it to you free of charge. The only exception to this, is if the watch has been misused or damaged. Please note that we do not accept 3rd part watch makers repairs or invoices. In the unlikely event that you are dissatisfied with any watch you have purchased, please do not hesitate to contact us and every effort will be made to ensure that any problems are resolved to your satisfaction. If there has been an error or the item is not as described then we will offer a full refund, provided that the item is returned to me, undamaged and in the condition that it was sent out. We offer a 7-day non-quibble policy on any item as stated on all of our eBay auctions. PAYMENT: We expect all auctions to be fully paid for within 7 days of the auction ending, using one of the payment methods described below. UK Buyers Details: [1] Payment by UK Cheque, Bankers order or UK postal order into a UK bank account. [2] CHAPS transfer into a UK bank account. [3] Electronic bank transfer into a UK bank account. [4] PayPal in UK pounds to a verified address. [5] Foreign Money Orders or Bankers Draft in £UK. POSTAGE: Shipping costs are £12.50 or $25 registered Post, with insurance up to a maximum of £3000 / $4500. Time for delivery is generally 1-5 working days. Items will be despatched the next working day after funds are received and tracking number details and date of dispatch will be provided. We combine watches at no extra cost and with appropriate insurance for all parcels up to a maximun of 3 watches per parcel. LINKS TO OUR EBAY AUCTIONS AND MORE INFORMATION:
More comprehensive details are given on our "About Me" page on EBay, please click here, Remember to add us to your favourites list, Please do check out our other items, quality watches are added on a daily basis to our EBay shop,
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