Science and art. — A striking h:stan of the immense value a small piece of steel may acquire hy the great power of skilled mechanical labor is the balance spring of a watch. From its extreme fineness ami delicacy four thousand weigh not more than one ounce, ami exceed in value £1,00!). A most interesting little work, describing the rise and progress of watchmaking, lias hern published by IV. Benson, of 2.1, Old Bond-street, and the City! Steam Factory, 58 and CO. I.udgate hill, London. The book, which is profusely illustrated, gives a full description of the various kinds of watches anil clocks, with their prices. Mr. Benson, who holds the appointment to the Prince of 'Wales, has also published a pamphlet on Artistic Gold Jewellery, illustrated with beautiful designs of Bracelets, Broaches, Ear-rirgs, Lockets, &.C., suitable fur wedding,birthday and other presents.
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Dunstan Times, Issue 626, 17 April 1874, Page 2
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