French Victorian Yellow Gold Locket Watch, 1850

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Step back in time with the exquisite French Victorian Yellow Gold Locket Watch, a masterful creation by Boudin Freres dating back to around 1850. This vintage treasure, impeccably preserved, was gifted in 1906 to Mademoiselle Henriette Debray, embodying not just the passage of time but the elegance of an era gone by. Far more than a mere timepiece, this locket-watch is a stunning piece of wearable art, featuring a dual-purpose design with front and back covers that open to reveal a locket. The porcelain dial, adorned with black Roman numerals and delicate hands, is a testament to the craftsmanship of the period, while its mechanism is wound with a small key, included with the piece. The locket-watch is crafted from 18-karat yellow gold, weighing 32.9 grams, and is accented by a tiny gemstone in the pendant that marks the dial’s location. Stamped with the signature of Boudin Freres, Geneve, No. 17289, this piece measures approximately 1-7/8 inches in length and 1-7/16 inches in width. It is a remarkable example of Art Deco style from France, circa 1850s, and remains in good condition, making it a timeless addition to any collection. This piece of jewelry is a Victorian French locket-watch created by Boudin Freres around 1850. It is a vintage item which has been excellently maintained and gifted in 1906 to Mademoiselle Henriette Debray. This keepsake is not simply a watch but rather an elegant work of art, designed to be worn as a piece of wearable art. With front and back covers, it also serves as a locket. The porcelain dial features black Roman numerals and delicate hands, with its mechanism wound with a small key (included). The locket has a tiny gemstone in the pendant which indicates the dial’s location. Made of 18-karat yellow gold and weighing 32.9 grams, this locket-watch is stamped with the manufacturer’s signature – Boudin Freres, Geneve, No. 17289. It measures approximately 1-7/8 inches (4.76 cm) long, including the bow, and 1-7/16 inches (3.65 cm) wide. Case Material: 18k Gold,Yellow Gold Weight: 32.9 g Case Shape: Carage Movement: Manual Wind Case Dimensions: Height: 47.76 mm (1.88 in)Width: 36.58 mm (1.44 in) Style: Art Deco Place of Origin: France Period: 1850-1859 Date of Manufacture: Circa 1850s Condition: Good