Timely reminder of 19th century Bombay business

A gift from the founder of the Tata global business empire to the architect who designed his Bombay headquarters, this late 19th century Patek Philippe gold hunter pocket watch was an eyecatcher at Andrew Smith (19% buyer’s premium) at Itchen Stoke on September 12.

The 2in (5cm) diameter, five-minute repeat striking watch with sweep stop-watch hand was in undama…

Enjoy unlimited access: just £1 for 12 weeks

Subscribe now