A pocket watch, Edward Prior, London, 19th century. In a silver case. Signed Edward Prior, London and numbered: 74241. The silver case with unknown maker's mark W.C.S. Hallmarked London. Year letter (g) 1862-1863. The outer case with tortoiseshell. Prior was active between 1800 and 1868 and was a maker of repute, especially in watches for Turkey. Literature: G.H. Baillie. Watchmakers and Clockmakers of the world. London, 1929/1969. Page 259. Diameter 55 mm.