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Address
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PO Box 117
Edenbridge
Kent
TN8 6YH
England
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+44 (0)1732 867788
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2 day rosewood ships chronometer by Charles Frodsham
(England c. 1850)
Dimensions
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Width
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17.80cm
7.01 inches
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Height
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17.80cm
7.01 inches
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Classification
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Artists
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CHARLES FRODSHAM & CO, LONDON & PARIS (worked from 1834)
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Other Details
Description / Expertise
D275. A fine mid 19th century two day marine chronometer by Charles Frodsham, 84 Strand, London. No. 2614.
The three tier brass bound rosewood box is in a good state of preservation. There are “stop” handles to either side; brass strap-work to the lower two tiers and brass corner pieces to the top lid. There is a round ivory plaque on the front numbered 2614.
The dial has gold hands and the usual up/down indication 0-56.It is signed Charles Frodsham, 84 Strand, No 2614. The movement has a spring detent. According to the previous owner it was serviced some 12 months ago and is currently keeping time to about one and a half seconds a day.
Box size. 7"x7"x7". (17.8cms.) £4850.
Signed
Charles Frodsham 84 Strand London No 2614
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