Paris Ottoman verge Pocket Watch – C1790
Creator: Julien Le Roy
Place of Origin: Paris
Date of Manufacture: c1790
Silver case, 66 mm.
Verge escapement
Condition: Good
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£6,160.00
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A remarkable Paris verge watch, created specifically for the Turkish market.
MOVEMENT: This watch boasts a gilt verge movement with an intricately engraved and pierced balance bridge, adorned with a large silver regulator disk and supported by four round pillars. The Turkish numerals on the regulator disk add an interesting touch.
The movement is in good condition, with only a few minor scratches and some tarnishing. However, it is worth noting that the movement catch at 6 o'clock is missing. Despite this, the watch is running well and keeping accurate time.
DIAL: The watch features a white enamel dial signed by Juillien Le Roy, with Turkish numerals marking the hours. The dial is in excellent condition, with only minimal rubbing around the centre aperture.
The dial is complemented by matching gilt hands, which add to the overall elegance of the timepiece.
CASE: Housed in a substantial silver case, the watch is adorned with worn maker's marks on the top of the stem, and B&D stamped on the inside. Although the original sprung cover to the winding aperture is absent, the aperture shutter is intact. There are some areas of tarnishing on the silver, but overall, it is in good condition.
The case features a functional hinge, catch, and catch button, with the bezel snapping shut properly. However, the high dome crystal does have a few light scratches, though they do not detract from the overall appeal of the watch.
Creator: Julien Le Roy
Place of Origin: Paris
Date of Manufacture: c1790
Silver case, 66 mm.
Verge escapement
Condition: Good
