Gold and Turquoise-set Open-face Watch

Description:

Gold and Turquoise-set Open-face Watch, France, c. 1848, garnet and turquoise bezel enclosing the roman numeral and multicolored engraved dial, swing-out single-plate key-wind, key-set, chain fusee movement with verge escapement, and pierced balance cock, floral engraved and gem-set case back, hallmark stamped on interior case back. dia. 42 mm, 53g.
Estimate $800-1,200

Winding setting and ticking at time of cataloging. Little wear to case, clean movement. Case scratch tested 16/18k but is not marked.


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