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Bonnet 18kt. Solid Gold Pocket Watch with Engine Turned Dial – 1850

Creator: Bonnet
Case Shape: Round
Place of Origin: Switzerland
Period: 1850-1859
Date of Manufacture: 1850
Condition: Excellent

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Original price was: £1,350.00.Current price is: £1,160.00.

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The Bonnet 18kt. ​Solid Gold Pocket Watch with Engine Turned Dial, crafted in 1850, ​is a masterpiece of⁢ Swiss watchmaking that embodies the elegance and precision of⁤ the Breguet Style. ‍This exquisite‍ timepiece features iconic ‌design elements‌ such‌ as‍ the classic Breguet⁣ Bridge Work and a Cylindrical Escapement, showcasing the​ meticulous engineering that Breguet is renowned for. The hand engine turned dial, adorned with blued steel hands, exudes refined‍ sophistication, making it ‍a striking example of historic watch⁤ craftsmanship. Running on⁢ a key winding 8 jewel movement ‌and accompanied by a key, this 39mm diameter‍ open-faced pocket watch is encased ⁣in lustrous 18Kt. ‍yellow gold, blending ⁤timeless functionality‍ with the allure of fine jewelry. Its excellent⁣ condition ⁣further‌ enhances its value, making it a prized possession for collectors⁤ and connoisseurs alike. Originating from Switzerland and dating back ​to the mid-1800s, this Bonnet creation is not just a⁢ timepiece but a significant​ artifact from a bygone era.

This exquisite Swiss watch, crafted in the mid 1800s in the Breguet Style, features some of the most iconic design elements of Breguet watchmaking. The movement is constructed with classic Breguet Bridge Work and a Cylindrical Escapement, both of which are hallmarks of Breguet's precise engineering. The elegant Breguet Style hand engine turned dial and blued steel hands are the epitome of refined style. This historic watch runs on a key winding 8 jewel movement and comes equipped with a key. Measuring 39mm in diameter, this stunning open faced pocket watch is crafted in lustrous 18Kt. yellow gold, making it not only a timeless timepiece, but also a valuable piece of jewelry.

Creator: Bonnet
Case Shape: Round
Place of Origin: Switzerland
Period: 1850-1859
Date of Manufacture: 1850
Condition: Excellent

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