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Swiss Pocket Gold Watch Courvoisier – 1870

Creator: Courvoisier
Case Material: Gold
Stone: Ruby
Stone Cut: Bead
Weight: 42.7 g
Case Dimensions: Diameter: 43 mm (1.7 in)
Period: Late 19th Century
Date of Manufacture: Cica 1870
Condition: Excellent

Original price was: £3,880.00.Current price is: £2,660.00.

Step back in time with the Swiss Pocket Gold Watch Courvoisier - 1870, an exquisite piece of⁣ horological artistry that encapsulates the⁤ elegance and craftsmanship of ‌a bygone era. Produced ​by the renowned watchmaker COURVOISIER, this⁣ remarkable timepiece,​ model⁣ number⁤ #10673, boasts⁣ a stunning golden hunter-case adorned with intricate depictions of a peasant by⁢ a well and a flower‍ arrangement vase, all set within three⁤ 43mm ⁣extrathin lids. The watch's dustcovers⁤ reveal an anchor escapement and 13 rubies, underscoring its superior quality and precision. The Elizabethan-style silver sphere, embellished with golden motifs​ and Roman numerals, dates back to around 1870, reflecting the timeless beauty‌ and sophistication of ‍that period. COURVOISIER, established in⁤ 1942 by Henri and Philippe Courvoisier, quickly gained acclaim for producing high-quality watches, ⁤including‌ a notable commission ​for King Friedrich Wilhelm IV of Prussia. This particular watch is​ not only ⁤a testament ⁤to ​COURVOISIER's meticulous attention to detail​ but also a cherished artifact from ⁣the late 19th century. With its⁣ excellent condition and intricate mechanics, ⁣this ⁣Swiss pocket watch is a ‍true collector's item that any watch enthusiast would be proud‍ to own.

This exquisite Swiss pocket watch, with the model number #10673, was produced by the renowned watchmaker, COURVOISIER. The watch features a stunning golden hunter-case with three 43mm/1.69in extrathin lids that beautifully depict a peasant with a pitcher by a well and a flower arrangement vase. The dustcovers of the watch hold an anchor escapement and 13 rubies, adding to its high-quality craftsmanship.

The watch's Elizabethan-style sphere is made of silver and decorated with golden motifs. The sphere features Roman numerals and dates back to around 1870. COURVOISIER was established in 1942 by Henri and Philippe Courvoisier, and the company quickly made a name for itself by producing high-quality watches. Shortly after the company's founding, the French city of La Chaux-de-Fonds ordered a watch for King Friedrich Wilhelm IV of Prussia. This watch was considered to be the most extrathin watch ever produced at that time.

This stunning Swiss pocket watch is a testament to the level of attention to detail and quality that made COURVOISIER a household name in the world of luxury watches. The watch's detailed design and intricate mechanics make it a true work of art that any watch enthusiast would be proud to own.

Creator: Courvoisier
Case Material: Gold
Stone: Ruby
Stone Cut: Bead
Weight: 42.7 g
Case Dimensions: Diameter: 43 mm (1.7 in)
Period: Late 19th Century
Date of Manufacture: Cica 1870
Condition: Excellent

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