Small Gold and Enamel Verge Pocket Watch, 1810

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Step back in time with the exquisite Small Gold and Enamel Verge Pocket Watch from 1810, a true testament to the artistry and craftsmanship of early 19th-century Swiss horology. This remarkable timepiece is encased in a stunning gold and enamel housing, adorned with split pearls that add a touch of opulence. The intricate full plate gilt fusee movement is a marvel to behold, featuring a finely pierced and engraved bridge cock, a plain three-arm gilt balance, and a blue steel spiral hairspring. The silver regulator dial, with its blue steel indicator, enhances the watch’s precision and elegance. Winding the watch is a tactile pleasure, thanks to the engine-turned gold dial with its white enamel minute ring and Arabic numeral cartouches, all complemented by the delicate blue steel Breguet hands. The open face case is a work of art in itself, showcasing a fully-restored polychrome lakeland scene on the back, with a sky rendered in translucent light pink enamel over an engine-turned ground. The ribbed middle of the case and the small button in the pendant, which opens the front bezel, further exemplify the meticulous attention to detail. Signed and crafted around 1810, this 33 mm diameter watch is a timeless piece that combines historical significance with unparalleled beauty, making it a coveted addition to any collection. This is an exquisite Swiss verge from the early 19th century housed in a beautiful gold and enamel case accented with split pearls. The small full plate gilt fusee movement is highlighted by a finely pierced and engraved bridge cock, a plain three-arm gilt balance with a blue steel spiral hairspring, and a silver regulator dial with a blue steel indicator. The watch is wound through an engine turned gold dial with white enamel minute ring and cartouches of Arabic numerals complemented by blue steel Breguet hands. The gold open face case features a fully-restored polychrome lakeland scene on the back with the sky made of translucent light pink enamel over an engine turned ground. The middle of the case is ribbed and there is a small button in the pendant that can be used to open the front bezel. This Swiss watch is signed and was made around 1810, with a diameter of 33 mm. Signed Swiss Circa 1810 Diameter 33 mm Materials Gold Enamel