#274 • Charles Frodsham, marine chronometer

Part of 261022 - "Fall Featured Auction" Horology, Jewelry & Coins - October 1 - 22 (timed auction by Jones & Horan Auctions)

High bid $1,400.00

Status: Available

Live bidding starts Oct 22, 2026 11:00 AM EDT

Charles Frodsham, Strand, London, marine chronometer, fusee-drive with spring detent escapement, 56-hour winding indicator, and helical hairspring, mounted within a gimbaled brass tub in a three-tier replacement wooden box with aftermarket signature plaque to front with matching s# and flush brass handles (locking key included), upper display glass, silvered dial of approximately 3.5 inch diameter, KWKS (a key is included with this lot as pictured), free-sprung with spring detent escapement, bi-metallic compensation balance, and helical hairspring, gilt mvt, s#3113 to dial. SHIPPING NOTE: This lot contains heavy and/or fragile item(s). While Jones & Horan can ship this lot to the winner, please factor higher shipping costs into your bid. CONDITION: Mvt: Running, good winding indicator function, fine-plus cosmetic mvt condition overall, surface spotting and light toning to plates; hazy dial with fine scratches and light spotting, small dent near 50; excellent hands; tub and gimbals show light wear, fine scratches, spotting, and toning to tub, interior is coated with what appears to be dried oil residue, gimbals with good function and toning throughout; good glass crystal; replacement box shows light wear, scattered fine scratches to panels, some light scuffing to rear, crack in center of aftermarket signature plaque, good button latch, good locking function. Estimate: $800 - $1,600 JH-80754