Lot 625 , A 19th century Swiss? 18ct gold open face quarter repeating keywind pocket watch,

A 19th century Swiss? 18ct gold open face quarter repeating keywind pocket watch, with Arabic dial and gilt metal cuvette.
Estimate £800-1,200

The engine turned decoration on the back of the watch is very worn. There are a few minor dents around the side of the case in places. The metal is worn on top of the bow in two places. There are some scratches to the glass. There are a few very minute chips and scratches to the dial close to the central pivot. One of the metal arms on the movemnet is protruding upwards (bent?) Inner cuvette is gilt metal. Watch ticks then stops when wound. We cannot guarantee any of the watches to be in working order. Striking mechanism appears operational. Gross weight is 118.6 grams.


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