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ENGLISH WORK - BILSTON Oval watch in silver and entirely in painted enamel

Late 18th century Round case on hinge, entirely painted on enamel with scenes representing a gallant scene on the back and in the bottom of the case Dial with black enameled Roman numerals, stylized hands and railroad minute track, opening for the winding square Movement with key winding, verge escapement, chiseled and pierced cock, balance spring, fusee and chain, adjustment disc, unsigned Dim. 38 × 42 mm Gross weight. 47.7 g The enamels of Bilston in England Bilston is a town located in the West Midlands, England, known for its rich industrial heritage, particularly in the fields of metallurgy and watchmaking. In the 18th century, Bilston was renowned for the production of enamel watch cases, often called "Bilston enamels". These cases were appreciated for their quality and aesthetics, contributing to the reputation of English watchmaking at the time. Today, although the watchmaking industry is no longer predominant in Bilston, the town still retains traces of its industrial past. Local museums and exhibitions highlight this heritage, allowing visitors to discover the history of watchmaking and other industries that have shaped the area. To find out more about Bilston’s industrial history, you can visit the Black Country Living Museum website, which provides detailed information on the area’s heritage.