106th Auction
2022/5/21
Lot 224
E. J. Dent, LondonChronometer Maker to the Queen
A fine English ship's chronometer with 56h power reserve indicator
Sold
estimated
2.800—3.500 €
Price realized
5.400 €
specific features
Case
Mahogany.
Dial
Silvered.
Movement
Brass movement, chain/fusee, spring detent escapement according to Thomas Earnshaw, bimetallic chronometer balance with 2 screws and 2 trapezoid weights.
Diam.160 x 160 x 160 mm
Circa1845
Ctry.England
A classical English ship's chronometer made in the workshop of the famous Edward John Dent from the time when he separated from John Roger Arnold and worked in London, 82 Strand. The box, dial and brass case bear the number 1892.