S# 301,465 - Model 1883, 3/4 plate movement, circa 1884, with nickel plates, Reed's whiplash regulator, Howard's steel safety barrel, 15 jewels in raised gold screwed down settings, and adjusted to temperature, isochronism, and 6 positions. The watch sports a black dial with unique calligraphy, signed on the reverse by Josiah Moorhouse. This dial is one of two known black dials signed by Moorhouse. Both known examples, which have completely different calligraphy, are included in this exhibit.
