Swiss pocket watch in gold case, circa 1890. 14k red gold case, guilloché back cover, enamel dial with Roman numerals and Arabic minute track, small recessed second at ''VI'', gilt Louis XVI hands. Winding crown. Case No. 80450, repeated on metal inner cover. Inside cover engraved ''Ancre ligne droite 16 rubis/ Chaton/ Échapement/ balancier Compensé, Spiral Breguet''. High-quality movement with lever escapement, Breguet balance spring, compensation balance, gilt plate. Screw-down chatons. Case in very good condition, movement in need of repair. D. 46 mm, g. approx. 75 g. Comes with metal watch chain. Swiss pocket watch in gold (14 k) case, enamel dial, high quality anchor escapement, in need of repair. Ca. 1890. D. 46 mm, weight in total ca. 75 g. With watch chain.

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