Joseph Vinzenz Binder in Wien - Memento Mori - Totenkopf Silber Spindeluhr - Men - Österreich 1840

Wonderful, very large solid silver skull verge clock. (Memento Mori) in a realistic decorative case. Silver double hallmarked 13 Lot and more hallmarks. The jaw opens. Spindle watch movement with white enamel dial. Fine Arabic numerals and externally running baton minute scale. A professional edge repair has been carried out below the 6. Movement opens upwards. Verge escapement with fine cocks - beautiful classic floral design. Silver disc for speed control. Movement signed Joseph Vinzenz Binder in Vienna no. 154 Lift in the movement. Interesting silver winding key. Double key for the movement and setting the time. Fine relief processing. The movement is in working order. This is a collector's item. Power reserve and accuracy have therefore not been verified. Engraved front side depicting on top a signet and below an eagle with spread wings. On the back on the left a fighter asking for mercy in front of a kneeling man. Over him the angel with flaming sword Watch height 56 mm Length 73 mm and width 57 mm Weight with key 227 g Watch created around 1840. The clock is in very good condition. Interesting design. A watch with extraordinary craftsmanship from collection. Pictures are part of the description. Insured shipping with Fed. Ex.