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Antique Silver & Gold Verge Fusee Calendar watch for the Imperial Russian Court
Estimated price for orientation: 1 500 $
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Description Condition: Pre-owned: An item that has been used or worn previously. See the seller’s listing for full details and description of any imperfections. See all condition definitions- opens in a new window or tab ... Read moreabout the condition Year of Manufacture: Pre-1920 Country/Region of Manufacture: Switzerland
A Museum quality Antique Verge Fusee Calendar watch for the Imperial Russian Court. This remarkable watch was made around 1820 but is in unbelievable condition. The case is gilded silver with a solid 14K gold old style Russian coat of arms double headed eagle. The watch is amazing all original including the glass hands and dial. The only imperfection on the beautiful hand painted porcelain dial is some very slight imperfections where the key is inserted to wind the watch. Multifunction watches of this age are very rare and one in this condition would be next to impossible to find. All the functions work and the watch comes with a silver chain with the original key. The amazing gild fusee movement has a special regulator, which can be adjusted from the dial at the 12:00 position. The balance cock is also unique in that it is engraved with the owners monogram. The watch is one of the most complicated movements that was made at its time. This is your chance to own a very collectable masterpiece. YOU WILL NOT SEE ANYTHING LIKE IT.
Description
| Condition: | Pre-owned: An item that has been used or worn previously. See the seller’s listing for full details and description of any imperfections. See all condition definitions- opens in a new window or tab ... Read moreabout the condition | Year of Manufacture: | Pre-1920 |
| Country/Region of Manufacture: | Switzerland |
A Museum quality Antique Verge Fusee Calendar watch for the Imperial Russian Court. This remarkable watch was made around 1820 but is in unbelievable condition. The case is gilded silver with a solid 14K gold old style Russian coat of arms double headed eagle. The watch is amazing all original including the glass hands and dial. The only imperfection on the beautiful hand painted porcelain dial is some very slight imperfections where the key is inserted to wind the watch. Multifunction watches of this age are very rare and one in this condition would be next to impossible to find. All the functions work and the watch comes with a silver chain with the original key. The amazing gild fusee movement has a special regulator, which can be adjusted from the dial at the 12:00 position. The balance cock is also unique in that it is engraved with the owners monogram. The watch is one of the most complicated movements that was made at its time. This is your chance to own a very collectable masterpiece. YOU WILL NOT SEE ANYTHING LIKE IT.