Dubois et Fils 14kt Gold Quarter-repeating Open-face Watch

Description:

Dubois et Fils 14kt Gold Quarter-repeating Open-face Watch, c. 1820, with white enamel dial marked "DuBois et Fils," key-wind verge movement with pierced balance cock, silvered adjustment disc, in a gold open-face case, dia. 55 mm.
Estimate $200-300

Chips and cracks to the dial. Case dents. None of the watch functions are operating. Weight 124.5g.


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