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A rare two-day chronometer by the celebrated firm of Dent, with their patent staple balance and numbered 51958. The high quality movement, which is fully signed and numbered on the silvered dial, exhibits all the usual refinements of a precision chronometer but unusually has Dent’s Patent staple or “Z” balance generally reserved for his best workmanship and consequent accuracy.
The original mahogany case retains the firm’s trade label and is signed and numbered on the distinctive circular recessed plate to the case front.
Literature
E.J.Dent established this most celebrated firm of clockmakers in the early 19th century and produced many of the finest precision clocks and chronometers until 1976. Dent is universally known for making the Westminster clock in the Big Ben or Elizabeth tower of the House of Parliament in London.
Dimensions
H: 8.00 inch (20 cm) W: 7.00 inch (18 cm) D: 7.28 inch (18 cm)The BADA Standard
- Since 1918, BADA has been the leading association for the antiques and fine art trade
- Members are elected for their knowledge, integrity and quality of stock
- Our clients are protected by BADA’s code of conduct
- Our dealers’ membership is reviewed and renewed annually
- Bada.org is a non-profit site: clients deal directly with members and they pay no hidden fees
