Normand Macpherson, Edinburgh

• gilt full plate movement, verge escapement, decoratively pierced and engraved balance cock, square baluster pillars, fusee and chain • white enamel dial, Roman numerals, outer Arabic minute track, blued steel beetle and poker hands and counterpoised seconds hand • polished silver plain case, the back of the outer case engraved with the arms of Johnstone of Annandale and Fairholm, hallmarked London 1778, case maker's mark IA for Joseph Allanson • movement signed Norm Macpherson Edinburgh

Sotheby's, London, 5th June 1995, lot 22

Terrence Camerer Cuss, The English Watch 1585-1970, p. 268, pl. 162

The movement is running at the time of cataloguing. Damage to the edge, hairline at 12 and throughout. Case with light scuffs throughout and scratches especially to the bezel of the inner case and the interior of outer case.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. All dimensions in catalogue descriptions are approximate. Condition reports may not specify mechanical replacements or imperfections to the movement, case, dial, pendulum, separate base(s) or dome. Watches in water-resistant cases have been opened to examine movements but no warranties are made that the watches are currently water-resistant. Please note that we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts, such as wheels, hands, crowns, crystals, screws, bracelets and leather bands, since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. In particular, please note it is the purchaser's responsibility to comply with any applicable import and export matters, particularly in relation to lots incorporating materials from endangered species.NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

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The earldom of Annandale and Hartfell went into abeyance at the end of the 18^th century and was then later reclaimed in 1985. Of particular note on this watch is the seconds ring which intersects the lower hour division, with counter-poised seconds hand.

Macpherson, who is recorded as both Normand and Norman, was apprenticed to Andrew Dickie senior in 1749.  He became a Freeman of the Edinburgh Hammermen in 1764.