Movement · Fusee pocket watch movement
This is an antique English fusee pocket watch movement attributed to Amelia Clarke of Birmingham, dating to circa 1870 in the Victorian period. The movement features a gilt full plate construction measuring approximately 34 mm wide by 10 mm deep. The dealer describes it as having a lever escapement, an engraved watch cock, a gold balance wheel, and an intact chain. The top plate is engraved 'Amelia Clarke, Birmingham, No 16527' and includes a Slow/Fast regulator index alongside blued steel screws. A white enamel dial with hands is reported by the dealer, though only the movement side is depicted.
Source-reported attribution and specifications are not independent authentication. A listing does not establish present ownership, current display, availability or permission to reproduce.
The item is described as a gilt full-plate fusee pocket watch movement. It measures approximately 34 mm in width and 10 mm in depth.
The top plate is engraved with the inscription: 'Amelia Clarke, Birmingham, No 16527'.
According to the dealer, the movement contains a lever escapement, a gold balance wheel, and an engraved watch cock. It is stated to have an intact chain and balance, and is reported to tick.
The movement includes blued steel screws and a regulator index.
The dealer description mentions a white enamel dial with a full set of hands. These components are not depicted in the provided visual media.
The movement is described by the dealer as being in '99% mint condition'.
| Field | Source-reported value | Source quotation |
|---|---|---|
| Escapement and construction | Gilt full plate fusee movement with lever escapement | “Movement – gilt full plate fusee movement has a lever escapement” |
| Engraved signature and location | Amelia Clarke, Birmingham, No 16527 | “The movement is signed “Amelia Clarke, Birmingham, No 16527”.” |
| Dimensions | 34mm wide x 10mm deep | “The movement measures 34mm wide x 10mm deep” |
| Period | Victorian (1837 to 1901) | “Period Victorian (1837 to 1901)” |
| Dealer | Atlam Watches | “Dealer Atlam Watches” |
| Reference Code | ME106 (AB-135325) | “Code ME106 (AB-135325)” |
Photograph identity and source facts were screened before import; rights clearance remains pending.
Reviewed 2026-10-25 · Record ecfd6ba477
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