PEARL SET GOLD AND ENAMEL VERGE – 1830

Signed Swiss
Circa 1830
Diameter 29 mm
Materials Enamel
Gold

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Step into the elegance of the 19th ‌century with the exquisite PEARL SET GOLD⁤ AND⁤ ENAMEL ‍VERGE pocket watch, a masterful creation from circa‌ 1830 that exemplifies the⁤ artistry and ⁤precision of Swiss horology. This ⁣stunning timepiece, with its petite‍ 29mm ‍diameter, boasts a full‌ plate ​gilt fusee ⁣movement, ⁤meticulously pierced and engraved with a bridge cock and ‍steel coqueret. The watch's plain‍ three-arm gilt balance is complemented ⁣by ‌a blue steel ‍spiral hairspring, ensuring⁤ accurate timekeeping. ​The silver regulator ‍dial, adorned with a blue steel indicator and Arabic numerals, ‌allows for winding through the fully restored white enamel dial, accentuated⁣ by elegant gilt hands. Encased in‌ an 18-carat full hunter case, this piece is adorned with pearl-set bezels and a ribbed middle, ⁤while ‌the translucent dark blue enamel covers feature a captivating geometric iridescent pattern. A rectangular​ gold pendant with a ‍discreet button at the top ​facilitates the opening of the front ⁣cover, adding to the watch's functional beauty. Signed and crafted in Switzerland,⁢ this pocket watch ⁤is not just⁤ a timepiece ​but a testament to the intricate craftsmanship and timeless design ‍of its era.

This is a beautiful 19th Century Swiss verge pocket watch with a small 29mm diameter. It features a full plate gilt fusee movement, which has been finely pierced and engraved with a bridge cock and steel coqueret. The plain three arm gilt balance has a blue steel spiral hairspring. The silver regulator dial has a blue steel indicator and Arabic numerals, with the watch winding through the fully restored white enamel dial via gilt hands. The 18 carat full hunter case is small and features pearl-set bezels and a ribbed middle. The translucent dark blue enamel covers are decorated with a geometric iridescent pattern. A rectangular gold pendant with a small button in the top is used to open the front cover. This Swiss-made pocket watch dates back to around 1830 and is a charming example of the artistry and craftsmanship of the era.

Signed Swiss
Circa 1830
Diameter 29 mm
Materials Enamel
Gold

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