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William Nadauld, London - An early 19th century open faced pocket watch in a later Sterling silver case,

watch circa 1800, the unsigned white dial, 43mm diameter, with black Roman numerals, blued spade and whip hands and chemin de fer chapter ring under a convex crystal, front loading gilt full plate key wind movement signed WM NADAULD LONDON 1806, pierced and engraved winged balance cock with mascaron at the neck and diamond end stone, cylinder movement with chain fusée, silvered regulation and 4 pinned cylindrical pillars under a signed brass dust cover, later case, 48mm diameter, verso hinged at 6 o'clock, inner with London hallmarks for Sterling silver 1844 and casemaker's mark of George Scott,117.1g gross and presented with the winding key

William Nadauld (1775-1835) was a Huguenot watchmaker, active in London in the early part of the 19th century. Examples of his work are not easy to find, and are therefore sought after by collectors.

Crystal - In good condition. Some minor surface scratches.

Dial - Hairline crack between the centre hole at 9 o'clock. Chip to the very edge between 8 and 9 o'clock with an associated very, very fine hairline crack radiating from the edge to just past the hour marker. Some minor rusting to both hands.

Movement - In working order, though not tested for timekeeping or endurance. Uneven tick.

Case - Some surface scratches and very minor bruises as to be expected and commensurate with use and age. Hinge to the rear cover strained and loose, but still intact. Some wear to the pendant bow.

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