Thomas Demilt Silver Pair Case Watch

Description:

Thomas Demilt Silver Pair Case Watch, New York, c. 1815, no. 4922, convex Arabic numeral dial with gilt pierced hands, swing-out full plate movement marked Thos. Demilt/New York/4922, plain balance bridge with engraved foot and silvered regulating dial, all in a silver case with serial number and hallmark for 1815-16, dia. 58 mm.

Note: For information about the Demilts of New York City, see Theodore Crom, Horological and Other Shop Tools 1700-1900, pp. 59-72. The present watch is illustrated on p. 60.
Estimate $1,000-1,500

A rare maker's marked watch in overall nice condition.

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