In good condition, except for one sleeve of the hinge which has broken though the movement is held correctly by the remaining parts of the hinge. The high dome crystal is fine and the bezel closes correctly. The gilding shows very little wear. OUTER CASE : Gilt brass pair case with engraved rims and back.
Turkish military symbols to the back and stamped with partial movement serial number (511). The hinge, catch button and catch are fine and the case closes correctly. Again the gilding shows very little wear. George Prior is listed in London between 1765 and 1812.
Like his son Edward, who succeeded him, Prior specialized in watches for the Eastern market and was making verge watches of 18th century style, still popular in this market, into the 19th century. This item is in the category "Jewellery & Watches\Watches, Parts & Accessories\Watches\Pocket Watches". The seller is "cogs_pieces" and is located in this country: GB. This item can be shipped worldwide.