Lot 624 , A 19th century Swiss 18k gold hunter minute repeating chronograph pocket watch,

A 19th century Swiss 18k gold hunter minute repeating chronograph pocket watch, with Arabic dial and subsidiary seconds, the inner cuvette inscribed "Repetition minutes Volta Chronographe".
Estimate £1,200-1,800

The case has numerous minor bumps/dings on both sides and both have a very thin gauge. There are also several small dent's/bups to the circumference of the case. There is a tiny hairline to the subsidiary dial otherwise the dial is in good order. The watch ticks when wound. The repeat mechanism chimes but appears to be out of synchronisation. The chronograph hand does not re-set correctly. In need of attention. Gross weight is 112.5 grams. We cannot guarantee any of the watches to be in working order.


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Sold for £1,100