Exquisite Rare 18thc French 18k Gold Turquoise & Ruby Pocket Watch

18th century

Sold by Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art

Description

Rare 18th century French 18k gold (rose and yellow) pocket watch, decorated with rubies and turquoise stones. The fusee movement is inscribed ‘Delaporte à Rouen No 62’ and is similar to watches made by Abraham Vacheron Girod (see tantalumwatches on Ebay, item no. 363297540855).

The case is in perfect condition with no missing stones or damage. The rear plate is not hinged – clips on securely and doesn’t appear to have had a hinge. Lovely gold enamel dial with blued steel hands. Overall the watch is in superb condition with no damage, unmarked glass, in excellent working condition with key. Diameter 39mm, weight 40g. A magnificent collector’s timepiece.

Physical Dimensions

Height

1.3cm (0.51")

Width

3.9cm (1.54")

Declaration

Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art has dated this piece to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA847847

Dealers Internal Reference

AD188/21

Description

Rare 18th century French 18k gold (rose and yellow) pocket watch, decorated with rubies and turquoise stones.

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The fusee movement is inscribed ‘Delaporte à Rouen No 62’ and is similar to watches made by Abraham Vacheron Girod (see tantalumwatches on Ebay, item no.

Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art

363297540855).

fig 1. EXQUISITE RARE 18THC FRENCH 18K GOLD TURQUOISE & RUBY POCKET WATCH — fig 1. Exquisite Rare 18thc French 18k Gold Turquoise & Ruby Pocket Watch

The case is in perfect condition with no missing stones or damage. The rear plate is not hinged – clips on securely and doesn’t appear to have had a hinge. Lovely gold enamel dial with blued steel hands. Overall the watch is in superb condition with no damage, unmarked glass, in excellent working condition with key. Diameter 39mm, weight 40g. A magnificent collector’s timepiece.