Component · Pair case

English silver verge pocket watch pair case

Partially verified

According to the dealer, this object comprises an English silver verge pocket watch pair case bearing hallmarks for London 1824. The set includes both the inner and matching outer case, three printed watch papers, and a bullseye mineral glass crystal. Source measurements state the outer case is 56 mm wide, while the inner case measures 49 mm externally, 44 mm internally, and 11 mm deep externally. The inner case retains its original bow and stem, and the outer case retains its original clasp, which the seller notes has had its button filled with lead.

English silver inner and outer verge watch cases displayed with three watch papers and bullseye crystal — Atlam Watches. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source: www.antiquesboutique.com
Category: Component · Pair case
Maker / attribution: Not established
Reference: Not recorded
Catalogue / lot identifier: CE4 (AB-189453)
Source-reported date: 1824
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

Case Construction and Components

According to the seller description, this item comprises an English silver verge pair case containing matching inner and outer cases with hallmarks for London 1824. The inner case retains its bow and stem, with reported dimensions of 49 mm wide externally, 44 mm wide internally, and 11 mm deep externally. Both cases feature a smooth plain finish, with the seller noting grooves on the inner case caused by the outer case.

The outer case measures 56 mm wide and is stated to retain its original clasp, though the button has been filled with lead. The seller reports both cases in '80% mint condition' with surface wear including bruises and dents.

Evidence for this section

“This is a complete verge case – inner and outer with hallmarks for London 1824”
“The case has its original bow and stem. It has a smooth plain finish and is in 80% mint condition – the usual groove from the outer”
“Outer case – the original and matching outer case has its original clasp – the button has been filled with lead. It has a smooth plain finish and is in 80% mint condition – again signs of wear with bruises and dents.”
“Outer case measures 56mm wide. Inner case measures 49mm wide externally and 44mm wide internally x 11mm deep external”

Accompanying Glass and Ephemera

The set is listed as including loose watch papers and a 'Bulls eye mineral glass' crystal. Observations note that the domed bullseye mineral crystal is fitted to the inner case and features an off-centre winding aperture.

Observations further record three round printed watch papers in yellow, red, and green shown alongside the cases. The yellow paper shows an illustrated print reading 'Thos Glase Clock and Watchmaker Bridgnorth'.

Evidence for this section

“Comes with watch papers and Bulls eye mineral glass”
“Three round printed watch papers in yellow, red, and green are shown alongside the cases.”
“The yellow watch paper features an illustrated print for 'Thos Glase Clock and Watchmaker Bridgnorth'.”
“The inner case is fitted with a domed bullseye mineral crystal showing an off-centre winding aperture.”

Incompleteness and Cataloguing Constraints

The offering comprises solely the watch cases, glass, and watch papers; no movement, dial, or hands are documented or present in the listing.

While London hallmarks for 1824 are reported by the seller and hallmarks are observed inside the case backs, specific maker's or sponsor's marks are not recorded in the source text.

Evidence for this section

“with hallmarks for London 1824”
“Hallmarks are visible on the inside case backs.”
“Comes with watch papers and Bulls eye mineral glass”

Open research questions

What maker's mark or sponsor initials are struck alongside the 1824 London hallmarks inside the cases?
What text and engraver or watchmaker details are printed on the red and green watch papers?
Do regional trade records for Thomas Glase of Bridgnorth corroborate activity around the 1824 assay date?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for English silver verge pocket watch pair case
Field	Source-reported value	Source quotation
Case Type	Complete verge case – inner and outer	“This is a complete verge case – inner and outer with hallmarks for London 1824”
Hallmark Date	London 1824	“with hallmarks for London 1824”
Outer Case Dimensions	56mm wide	“Outer case measures 56mm wide.”
Inner Case Dimensions	49mm wide externally and 44mm wide internally x 11mm deep external	“Inner case measures 49mm wide externally and 44mm wide internally x 11mm deep external”
Clasp Repair	Button filled with lead	“the button has been filled with lead.”
Accessories	Watch papers and bullseye mineral glass	“Comes with watch papers and Bulls eye mineral glass”
Case Finish	Smooth plain finish	“It has a smooth plain finish”
Historical Period	Georgian (1714 to 1837)	“Period Georgian (1714 to 1837)”
Dealer Stock Code	CE4 (AB-189453)	“Code CE4 (AB-189453)”

Visible details

Three round printed watch papers in yellow, red, and green are shown alongside the cases.
The yellow watch paper features an illustrated print for 'Thos Glase Clock and Watchmaker Bridgnorth'.
The inner case is fitted with a domed bullseye mineral crystal showing an off-centre winding aperture.
Hallmarks are visible on the inside case backs.

Research qualifications

The case maker's silversmith mark is not identified in the description.
No watch movement or dial is present in this listing; only the case, glass, and papers are offered.

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

Consulted source

English silver pair case plus watchpapers and bullseye glass c1824 in Antique Mens Watches

Reviewed 2026-10-21 · Record e2179eff53

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