Gold and Enamel Triple Cased Verge Pocket Watch, 1780

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Step into the elegance of the late 18th century with this exquisite French pocket watch, a true testament to the craftsmanship and artistry of its era. This remarkable timepiece, dating back to around 1780, is a harmonious blend of gold and enamel, featuring a pair of intricately designed cases and a protective outer glass layer. The watch’s movement is meticulously fire-gilt, adorned with pentagonal baluster pillars, and complemented by a pierced and engraved cock, foot, and plate for the silver regulator disc. It boasts a fusee and chain mechanism, a plain three-arm gilt balance, and a blue steel spiral hairspring, ensuring precision and reliability. The enamel dial is elegantly designed with both Roman and Arabic numerals, encased in a plain gold inner case with a matching gold pendant and bow. The gold outer case is a masterpiece in itself, with bezels decorated in stunning champlevé enamel and a back that features a captivating polychrome enamel portrait of a young lady. Accompanied by a third protective outer case, this pocket watch is a rare find for collectors and enthusiasts alike. Signed by the renowned Les Frs Esquivillion & DeChoudens, this 45 mm diameter timepiece is not just a watch but a piece of history, crafted from 18K gold and European enamel. Please note, the covering to the gilt bezels on the protective outer case is now lacking, adding a touch of character to this already unique artifact. A beautiful late 18th-century French pocket watch is up for sale. It features a gold and enamel pair of cases, as well as a protective outer layer made of glass. The watch’s movement is fire-gilt, with pentagonal baluster pillars. The cock is pierced and engraved, as are the foot and plate for the silver regulator disc. The watch also includes a fusee and chain, a plain three arm gilt balance, and a blue steel spiral hairspring. The enamel dial has both Roman and Arabic numerals, and the watch comes with plain gold inner casewith a gold pendant and bow. The bezels on the gold outer case are decorated with beautiful champleve enamel, and the back is set with an exquisite polychrome enamel portrait of a young lady. Finally, there’s a third protective outer case that comes with it. This pocket watch is a must-have for anyone looking for a special and unique timepiece. The pocket watch is signed Les Frs Esquivillion & DeChoudens and is estimated to have been made around 1780. The diameter of the pair case is about 45 mm. Please note that the covering to the gilt bezels on the protective outer case is now lacking. Signed Les Frs Esquivillion & DeChoudens Circa 1780 Diameter [pair case] 45 mm Origin European Other Materials Gold Enamel Carat for Gold 18 K