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Description:
Sterling Silver Thomas Russell & Son Open-face Watch with Wind Indicator, London, no. 54845, engine-turned case with roman numeral dial with up/down indicator and sunk seconds marked as above, key-wind, key-set, swing-out movement engraved "Thos. Russell & Son/London/54854," with bimetallic temperature compensating balance, and diamond endstone, dia. 55 mm.
Estimate $300-500
this is not a spring detent escapement, lacking seconds hand, currently winding setting and ticking.
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LondonStephen L. Fletcher
Partner/Executive Vice President and Chief Auctioneer
Director of American Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3000
Jonathan Dowling
Director, Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
508-970-3131
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