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Edward VII London silver travel clock

Partially verified

This Edward VII period silver travel clock dates to 1905 from London and is catalogued by the auctioneer with marks of Josiah Rees Harris. Formed as an upright rectangular miniature case, the clock stands 10.5 cm in total height. The upper surface is fitted with a hinged, scroll-ended carrying handle marked with prominent British silver hallmarks. A circular white dial is set flush into the front facade, featuring Roman numerals, dot and dash minute indications, and blued steel hands. The piece rests upon four flattened bun feet.

Front three-quarter view of the Edward VII silver travel clock showing handle, hallmarks, and dial
Front three-quarter view of the Edward VII silver travel clock showing handle, hallmarks, and dial — Lempertz. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
www.lempertz.com
Category
Clock · Travel clock
Maker / attribution
Josiah Rees Harris
Reference
Not recorded
Catalogue / lot identifier
211
Source-reported date
1905
Country
United Kingdom

Source-reported attribution and specifications are not independent authentication. A listing does not establish present ownership, current display, availability or permission to reproduce.

Object description

Physical Construction

The object is described as an upright rectangular silver travel clock. It stands at a total height of 10.5 cm.

The case is supported by four flattened bun feet and features a hinged, scroll-ended carrying handle mounted to the top.

Evidence for this section
  • “An Edward VII London silver travel clock.”
  • “Height 10.5 cm.”
  • “Upright rectangular silver case with rounded edges”
  • “Scroll-terminal carrying handle affixed with hinged mounts to the top”
  • “Four flattened silver bun feet supporting the base”

Dial and Visual Details

The front facade contains a circular white dial set flush into the case, displaying Roman numerals and a minute track with dot and dash indications.

The clock is fitted with blued steel hour and minute hands.

Evidence for this section
  • “Circular white dial with Roman numerals and minute track”
  • “Blued steel hour and minute hands”

Hallmarks and Attribution

The piece is dated to 1905, corresponding to the Edward VII period. British hallmarks, including the maker's mark and lion passant, are present on the carrying handle.

Attribution to the maker Josiah Rees Harris is derived from these hallmarks.

Evidence for this section
  • “Marks of Josiah Rees Harris, 1905.”
  • “Visible British hallmarks stamped on the carrying handle, including maker's mark and lion passant”

Open research questions

  • Are the internal movement details documented in non-public archives associated with auction 1028?
  • Does the maker Josiah Rees Harris primarily act as a silversmith for the case or as a clockmaker?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for Edward VII London silver travel clock
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
Maker attributionMarks of Josiah Rees Harris“Marks of Josiah Rees Harris, 1905.”
Date1905“Marks of Josiah Rees Harris, 1905.”
Height10.5 cm“Height 10.5 cm.”
OriginLondon“An Edward VII London silver travel clock.”

Visible details

  • Upright rectangular silver case with rounded edges
  • Scroll-terminal carrying handle affixed with hinged mounts to the top
  • Visible British hallmarks stamped on the carrying handle, including maker's mark and lion passant
  • Circular white dial with Roman numerals and minute track
  • Blued steel hour and minute hands
  • Four flattened silver bun feet supporting the base
  • Hinged seam visible on the right rear flank indicating a back door

Research qualifications

  • Internal movement mechanism, escapement type, and running condition are neither visible nor detailed by the source
  • Maker attribution to Josiah Rees Harris is source-reported from hallmarks

Photograph identity and source facts were screened before import; rights clearance remains pending.

Consulted source

An Edward VII London silver travel clock. Marks of Josiah Rees Harris, 1905. - Lot 211

Reviewed 2026-10-22 · Record b163f84915

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