Fernando Wehrle Silver& Rose Gold Minute Repeater Pocket watch, 1900

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The Fernando Wehrle Silver & Rose Gold Minute Repeater Pocket Watch from 1900 is a remarkable piece of horological artistry, embodying the elegance and precision of early 20th-century craftsmanship. Signed by the esteemed Fernando Wehrle of Barcelona, this exquisite keyless lever minute repeater pocket watch features a stunning combination of silver and rose gold, making it a luxurious addition to any timepiece collection. The dial is adorned with white enamel, Arabic numerals, and an outer minute track, enhanced by a subsidiary seconds dial at six o’clock. The original rose-coloured Louis XVI style filigree hands and rose gold attachments on the silver case further elevate its aesthetic appeal. The case is meticulously crafted with rose gold details on the hinges, repeat slider, winder, and hand set, while the back showcases an engine-turned design with an entwined monogram reading JS. Inside, the watch boasts a pristine, fully jewelled keyless lever movement with a three-quarter plate style, screwed-in chatons, compensation balance, and Breguet overcoil hairspring, ensuring perfect working order and clear chimes for the hours, quarters, and minutes. This extraordinary pocket watch, measuring 55 mm in diameter, is Swiss hallmarked and numbered, reflecting its authenticity and superior quality. As a testament to Fernando Wehrle’s legacy as a renowned retailer in Barcelona, this fine chiming pocket watch from the early 1900s stands as a valuable and timeless treasure for discerning collectors. Introducing a stunning silver and rose gold keyless lever minute repeater open face pocket watch from c1900, signed by Fernando Wehrle Barcelona. The dial features white enamel with Arabic numerals and an outer minute track, complemented by a subsidiary seconds dial at six o’clock. The original rose-coloured Louis XVI style filigree hands, along with the rose gold attachments on the silver case, add a luxurious touch. The case itself is exquisitely crafted with rose gold attachments to the hinges, repeat slider, winder and hand set. The back of the case is engine-turned with an entwined monogram reading JS. The inner cover is simple and both cases are numbered and Swiss hallmarked. The movement is a pristine, keyless lever movement with a three quarter plate style movement, fully jewelled to the centre arbour with screwed-in chatons, compensation balance and Breguet overcoil hairspring. The watch is in perfect working order and chimes the hours, quarters and minutes very clearly. Fernando Wehrle was a renowned retailer in Barcelona in the early 1900s. While his shop no longer exists, this fine chiming pocket watch would be a valuable addition to any collection. Creator: Fernando Wehrle Case Material: 18k Gold,Rose Gold,Silver Case Shape: Round Movement: Manual Wind Case Dimensions: Diameter: 55 mm (2.17 in) Place of Origin: Spain Period: Early 20th Century Date of Manufacture: 1900 Condition: Excellent