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R. Attwood Regulator Dial Fusee Verge Pocket Watch Movement

Partially verified

This antique English horological mechanism is an uncased key-wound and key-set verge fusee pocket watch movement dating to circa 1810. According to the seller, the gilt full-plate movement is signed 'R Attwood, London, No 116' and retains its original gilt dust cap. The mechanism is reported to feature a verge escapement, a three-arm steel balance, a diamond endstone, a pierced watch cock, and an operating start/stop lever on the side. The white enamel dial exhibits an unusual regulator layout with overlapping chapter tracks, lacking hands as catalogued.

Dial view of the uncased verge fusee movement showing overlapping regulator chapters
Dial view of the uncased verge fusee movement showing overlapping regulator chapters — Atlam Watches. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
www.antiquesboutique.com
Category
Movement · Verge fusee pocket watch movement
Maker / attribution
R. Attwood
Reference
ME29 (AB-147571)
Catalogue / lot identifier
itm147571
Source-reported date
circa 1810
Country
United Kingdom
Source-reported serial
116

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

Movement Identity and Configuration

The object is an uncased pocket watch movement attributed to R. Attwood of London, identified by the serial number 116. The mechanism is a key-wound and key-set assembly, currently lacking its original case and hands.

The movement features a gilt full-plate fusee architecture and a verge escapement. It is equipped with a three-arm steel balance, a diamond endstone, and a pierced watch cock. The mechanism retains its original gilt dust cap and includes a side-mounted start/stop lever.

Evidence for this section
  • “The movement is signed “R Attwood, London, No 116”.”
  • “the gilt full plate fusee movement has a verge escapement with a 3 arm steel balance and large diamond endstone”
  • “The movement is decorated with a pierced watch cock.”
  • “The movement has its original gilt dust cap”
  • “The stop start lever on the side also works”
  • “The movement is key wound / key set”

Dial and Plate Observations

The white enamel dial features a regulator layout with concentric, overlapping chapter rings. The dial is currently observed without hands, and the central winding/hand arbor and a lower subsidiary arbor remain exposed.

The perimeter of the dial plate exhibits physical features consistent with casing, including a hinge block and latch pins.

Evidence for this section
  • “the rare white enamel dial has concentric overlapping dials (no hands)”
  • “Movement hinge block and latch pins visible at the outer perimeter of the dial plate”
  • “Central winding/hand arbor and lower subsidiary arbor are exposed”

Condition and Status

The movement is reported by the seller to possess a functional balance, chain, and start/stop lever. The overall condition is described by the seller as 90% mint with light scratches, and the dial as 99% mint.

The item is catalogued as an uncased movement, noted to be in need of a case.

Evidence for this section
  • “This is such a lovely movement in need of a case”
  • “This pocket watch has a good balance and chain and will tick with a good strong action.”
  • “The movement is in 90% mint condition – light scratches but still a superb example.”
  • “the rare white enamel dial has concentric overlapping dials (no hands) and is in 99% mint condition”

Open research questions

  • What is the historical significance of R. Attwood of London in the production of regulator-dial verge movements?
  • Do the specific configurations of the hinge block and latch pins correlate to a standard late-Georgian pair case or specific housing style?
  • Is there documentation for the use of overlapping chapter tracks on English verge fusee pocket watch movements from the early 19th century?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for R. Attwood Regulator Dial Fusee Verge Pocket Watch Movement
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
Movement signatureR Attwood, London, No 116“The movement is signed “R Attwood, London, No 116”.”
Escapement typeVerge escapement“the gilt full plate fusee movement has a verge escapement with a 3 arm steel balance”
Dial descriptionWhite enamel with concentric overlapping dials“the rare white enamel dial has concentric overlapping dials (no hands)”
Dimensions48mm x 13.6mm“The movement measures 48mm x 13.6mm”
Winding mechanismKey wound / key set“The movement is key wound / key set”

Visible details

  • White enamel regulator dial with concentric overlapping chapter rings and no hands attached
  • Central winding/hand arbor and lower subsidiary arbor are exposed
  • Movement hinge block and latch pins visible at the outer perimeter of the dial plate

Research qualifications

  • Item is an uncased movement lacking its original watch case and hands
  • Internal movement plates, escapement, and signatures are not visible in the provided dial photograph and rely on source description

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

Consulted source

Rare Regulator dial verge. Atwood, London c1810 in Antique Mens Watches

Reviewed 2026-10-22 · Record ff4282c295

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