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MUSEUM Qing Dynasty Chinese Duplex watch,jumping central hand.Zodiac dial.

Estimated price for orientation: 3 105 $

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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  


DescriptionDear customers,I am happy to offer directly from my private collection this   MUSEUM Qing Dynasty Chinese Duplex with jumping central second hand(seconde morte) silver case, Zodiac Dial watch circa 1860. UNIQUE MUSEUM MASTERPIECE!   Made specially for the Chinese market. A must for every experienced collector or museum! The watch is oversized-58mm. Amazing hand engraved real crab leg Duplex escapement movement,fully jeweled.Highly decorated 18k gold plated movement with a special balance wheel decorated with the Bat weights-to cast away the evil spirits according to the Chinese beliefs.
Fine enamel colored dial depicting the traditional Chinese Zodiac and a sub dial with hours and minutes. The watch comes with the original key. Perfect working order. Provinance:The watch has been brought in Bulgaria from China by the Bulgarian ambasador in Beijing Mr.Ferdinandov in 1960's. He saved the watches from the culture revolution distruction(all object of arts conected with the old rule should be destroied in a publiic bonefire according Mao's doctrine) The watch comes with CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY!I am an eBay member c1999 with flawless reputation,so buy with confidence. If you are not satisfied in 100%,your money back guarantee. Free shipping to worldwide,fully insured (possible by DHL overnight courier)