Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
Description:
Amalric Gold and Seed Pearl Chain Fusee Pendant Watch, Switzerland, c. 1800, No. 13159, porcelain Roman numeral dial, Breguet-style hands, guilloche gold case with enamel accents and edge set with seed pearls, swing-out, full-plate, key-wind, key-set, chain fusee movement with three-arm brass balance, verge escapement, and floral engraved pierced balance bridge, dia. 35 mm, 20 g.
Estimate $1,000-1,500
Watch ticks but does not stay running. Dial chip around winding hole. Some enamel loss on case accents.
The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Jonathan Dowling
Director, Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
508-970-3131
Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
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