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Gold Full Hunter Pocket Watch – Circa 1900

Signed Recte
Date of Manufacture: Circa 1900
Diameter: 54 mm
Condition: Good

Original price was: £1,840.00.Current price is: £1,340.00.

Step back in time with the exquisite Gold Full Hunter Pocket Watch, a remarkable piece that epitomizes the elegance and craftsmanship of the late 19th century. This Swiss lever watch, dating back to circa 1900, is a testament to the meticulous artistry and precision engineering of its era. Encased in a luxurious 14-carat gold full hunter case, the watch exudes an aura of timeless sophistication. Its keyless gilt bar movement, featuring a going barrel, ensures seamless timekeeping, while the polished steel micrometer regulator and compensation balance with a blue steel overcoil hairspring highlight the intricate mechanics within. The club foot lever escapement, adorned with screwed-in jewelling, further underscores the watch's superior craftsmanship. The enamel dial, elegantly signed, showcases Arabic numerals and a subsidiary seconds dial, with gilt hands that add a touch of refined elegance. The gold cuvette, engraved with details of the movement and bearing the maker's mark "Recte," completes this masterpiece, offering a glimpse into the rich heritage and enduring legacy of Swiss watchmaking. With a diameter of 54 mm, this pocket watch not only serves as a functional timepiece but also as a cherished artifact, capturing the essence of a bygone era in its good condition, ready to be admired and treasured by connoisseurs and collectors alike.

This is a beautiful Swiss lever watch from the late 19th Century. It features a keyless gilt bar movement with a going barrel. The watch has a plain cock with a polished steel micrometer regulator, as well as a compensation balance with a blue steel overcoil hairspring. The club foot lever escapement is complemented by screwed in jewelling. The enamel dial is signed and features Arabic numerals and a subsidiary seconds dial. The gilt hands add a touch of elegance to the overall design. The watch is housed in a plain 14 carat full hunter case with a gold cuvette that is engraved with details of the movement. The watch also bears the maker's mark "Recte."

Signed Recte
Date of Manufacture: Circa 1900
Diameter: 54 mm
Condition: Good

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