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Victorian Skull Memento Mori 18k gold&enamel pocket watch&Skulls&bones chain fob
Estimated price for orientation: 2 970 $
Category: Antique
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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
I am pleased to offer from my private collection this very rare antique mid 19th Century Victorian Skull Memento Mori 18k solid gold&enamel pocket watch&matching vermeil Skulls&bones chain brooch fob by James Hamnett,Mottram c1850's.MUSEUM QUALITY WATCH! MINT CONDITION!The watch has an entirely hand engraved case,very beautifull and highly decorated inner cuvette case!
High grade movement.
The watch comes with the matching key and with the original luxury morocco leather presentation box!Amazing 18k solid gold dial!PERFECT WORKING ORDER.The watch is 57g heavy in 18k. 40mm in diameter. Since the beginning of time, it’s been used as a symbol of mortality, victory, the ultimate Memento Mori. The skull represented the contemplation of eternity. In Elizabethan England, it was an emblem of bawds, rakes and sexual adventure. It’s a symbol men, in particular, have always loved to paint, carve, cast, and wear. This watch is a link to the tradition of the memento mori - an object designed to remind us that life is brief and that we should seize the moment while we are here. Perfect working order.
Now is your only chance to buy this amazing piece! The watch comes with CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY AUTHENTICITY GUARANTEE! If you are not satisfied in any way-money back guarantee. Free shipping to worldwide.
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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 |
I am pleased to offer from my private collection this very rare antique mid 19th Century Victorian Skull Memento Mori 18k solid gold&enamel pocket watch&matching vermeil Skulls&bones chain brooch fob by James Hamnett,Mottram c1850's.MUSEUM QUALITY WATCH! MINT CONDITION!The watch has an entirely hand engraved case,very beautifull and highly decorated inner cuvette case!
High grade movement.
The watch comes with the matching key and with the original luxury morocco leather presentation box!Amazing 18k solid gold dial!PERFECT WORKING ORDER.The watch is 57g heavy in 18k. 40mm in diameter. Since the beginning of time, it’s been used as a symbol of mortality, victory, the ultimate Memento Mori. The skull represented the contemplation of eternity. In Elizabethan England, it was an emblem of bawds, rakes and sexual adventure. It’s a symbol men, in particular, have always loved to paint, carve, cast, and wear. This watch is a link to the tradition of the memento mori - an object designed to remind us that life is brief and that we should seize the moment while we are here. Perfect working order.
Now is your only chance to buy this amazing piece! The watch comes with CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY AUTHENTICITY GUARANTEE! If you are not satisfied in any way-money back guarantee. Free shipping to worldwide.