HIGGS & EVANS, London No. 16251 Late 18th... Lot 24

HIGGS & EVANS, London No. 16251 Late 18th century Gold striking watch with double case. Hinged outer case with a trophy allegory of music engraved in the center in a frame of flower motifs. Inner case chased and pierced with a mythological bird engraved on the back. White enamel dial with Roman numerals for the hours and Arabic for the minutes, minute track (accidents). Mechanical movement with key winding, chased and pierced cock, spiral balance, escapement, fusee and chain, bell chimes, signature on the plate. Diameter: 48 mm Gross weight: 107,7 g