Tuesday, December 30, 2014

Goliath!

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Measuring in at a massive 51.6 mm, this giant represents the largest William Bent watch ever made.

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In its day, housed in a gold or solid silver case, this would have been a hefty item to carry around.

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Large pocket watches were a sign of status, wealth and power. Often referred to as a Goliath.

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Can anyone explain the numbers 24 x 4? Maybe the size, but what units?

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