Verge Fusee Pocket Watch Georgian Era c.1750 Gilt Silver Pair Case Memento Mori

An exceptionally fine Georgian verge fusee pocket watch, crafted circa 1750s by Weldone, London. This beautiful example features a gilt silver pair case, with the outer case richly decorated in memento mori motif — a masterfully modeled skull and serpent symbolizing mortality and eternity.

The white enamel dial is elegantly signed Weldone – London, with classic Roman numerals and original blued steel hands. The movement is exquisitely hand-engraved, fully gilt, and bears the maker’s signature “Weldone, London” on the balance cock. The finely pierced and scrolled balance bridge displays exceptional 18th-century English craftsmanship.

The watch is fitted with a fusee chain-driven movement and remains in perfect working order, keeping time well for its age.

A truly rare and historically important example of mid-18th century English horology — combining mechanical precision, artistic detail, and philosophical symbolism.

Specifications:

• Maker: Weldone, London
• Period: Georgian, circa 1750s
• Type: Verge Fusee Pocket Watch
• Case Material: Gilt silver pair case
• Outer Case: Memento Mori design with skulls and serpent
• Dial: White enamel with Roman numerals
• Hands: Original blued steel
• Movement: Chain-driven fusee verge escapement
• Diameter: 49.8 mm (approx.)
• Condition: Excellent, fully functional and running well
• Status: Serviced and working order

Highlights:

✅ Authentic Georgian period verge fusee movement

✅ Original signed enamel dial – Weldone, London

✅ Decorative gilt silver memento mori case

✅ All components appear original

✅ Perfect working order The watch comes with an APPRAISAL CERTIFICATE FOR $5500

Shipping: Worldwide shipping available. Item will be safely packed and fully insured.