Description:   c1820 English 18k open face watch ~2" in diameter (56mm).  Movement and dial signed by famous and listed maker "Jos. Johnson, 25 Church St., Liverpool".  This is an early Jos. Johnson, note the uncompensated balance.  Case hallmarked on inner and outer covers "18k" with Crown, and the case number matches the movement number, 15734, so it is without a doubt an all original piece, in excellent condition with virtually no wear, near mint.  Case is plain engraved and in excellent condition (see pictures, it's really fantastic for a 180 year old watch). Case is ornately engraved around the outer edge and shows very little to no wear.  Watch is keywound through rear (under back cover) keyset on the face (at centerpost), and has a brass inner dust cover.  Signed porcelain dial  has Roman numerals, and looks to be near perfect.  Spade hour/minute hands, a blued seconds hand and original glass crystal.  Movement is a lever fusse with Massey Escapement, an uncompensated balance, large Diamond End Stone and highly jewelled for it's time.  A rare and significant piece from a listed and respected maker, Joseph Johnson's watches were ahead of their time.  He made watches from the very early to mid 1800's (beginning approximatrely in 1800 through 1840 or 1850) and also exported watches for sale in the United States.  Comes with key and chain as shown in the pictures.

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