3 - M.I. TOBIAS & CO., LIVERPOOL: 18K YELLOW GOLD KEY-WOUND POCKET WATCH An 18k yellow gold key-wound pocket watch with finely engraved architectural decoration, subsidiary seconds and matching winding key.

M.I. TOBIAS & CO., LIVERPOOL: 18K YELLOW GOLD KEY-WOUND POCKET WATCH An 18k yellow gold key-wound pocket watch with finely engraved architectural decoration, subsidiary seconds and matching winding key. Year: Circa mid-19th century Dial: Gilt dial with applied Roman numeral hour markers, outer dot minute track, blued steel hands and subsidiary seconds at 6 o’clock. The centre finely engraved with a landscape depicting a village on water and mountains in the back. Calibre: Gilt-finished key-wound and key-set lever movement, 13 jewels, with compensated balance and regulator. Case: 18k yellow gold open-face case with ornate engraved pendant and bow, finely engraved case back depicting a large domed neoclassical building within a landscape, surrounded by foliate decoration. Inner cuvette signed M.I. TOBIAS & CO., LIVERPOOL, inscribed PATENT LEVER, 13 JEWELS, and numbered 6577; matching number repeated to the case components. Diameter: Approx. 51 mm Gross Weight: Approx. 83 g Signature: Inner cuvette. Accessories: Accompanied by winding key. Condition Report: Overall grade: Good vintage condition. Case: Attractive engraved decoration throughout with surface scratches, light rubbing and age-related marks. Architectural scene remains well defined overall. Dial: Gilt dial retaining attractive engraved decoration, with light surface marks and age-related patination. Roman numerals and subsidiary seconds remain clearly legible. Glass: Light surface scratches consistent with age and use. Movement: Running at the time of cataloguing; not tested for timekeeping. Key-winding and setting mechanism not extensively tested. Bow/Pendant: Light wear and rubbing consistent with age. Accessories: Winding key with light surface wear and patination. Running at the time of cataloguing. Overhaul recommended at buyer’s expense. We do not test any watches for their accuracy and as such, timekeeping cannot be guaranteed. All lots are sold as is, without any representation or warranty as to their condition or function. Condition Reports are provided for guidance only and may not refer to all imperfections, restorations, or replacements. Prospective buyers are responsible for ensuring they are completely satisfied with the condition of the lot before bidding. Although Adam’s endeavours to note any replacement parts in our Condition Reports, we cannot confirm that each component is original, or that any replacements are made using original manufacturer parts.