18k yellow gold open face pocket watch, Switzerland around 1840, key winding, full engraved and partial floral enamelled 2- cover-gold-case, enamel faulty, edges deep engraved, gold-cuvette on the edge engine- turned, enamel dial with fine Roman numerals, gilded hands, gold plated cylinder movement, 4 jewels, measures approx. 40 mm, weight approx. 36 g, overhaul recommended at buyer's expense, glass has to be fixed, condition 2-3

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