Three Colour Gold French Verge, 1790

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Step back in time with the exquisite “Three Colour Gold French Verge – 1790,” a masterful creation from the late 18th century that epitomizes the elegance and craftsmanship of its era. This remarkable French verge watch boasts a full plate gilt fusee movement, a testament to the intricate engineering of the period. The finely pierced and engraved bridge cock, complemented by a steel coqueret, and the plain three-arm gilt balance with a blue steel spiral hairspring, highlight the meticulous attention to detail. The silver regulator dial, adorned with a blue steel indicator, exudes sophistication, while the white enamel dial with Roman and Arabic numerals and pieced and engraved gold hands ensures clarity and legibility. Encased in a gold consular case embellished with applied gold dots, the watch showcases a stunning three-colour gold motif featuring a basket with doves, a dog, and a sheep, both on the sides and the back, adding a unique artistic touch. Signed by Juhel a Paris and dating back to circa 1790, this timepiece, with a diameter of 38 mm and a depth of just 7 mm, not only serves as a functional watch but also as a piece of historical art, reflecting the opulence and precision of 18th-century French watchmaking. This is a beautiful late 18th century French verge watch with a full plate gilt fusee movement. The watch features a finely pierced and engraved bridge cock with steel coqueret, as well as a plain three arm gilt balance with a blue steel spiral hairspring. The silver regulator dial with a blue steel indicator adds a touch of elegance to the piece, while the white enamel dial, with Roman and Arabic numerals and pieced and engraved gold hands, provides great legibility. The watch is housed in a gold consular case with applied gold dots and is decorated with three colours of gold, depicting a basket with doves, a dog and a sheep on either side. The back of the case is particularly attractive, featuring the same three-colour gold motif. The watch is signed Juhel a Paris and dates from around 1790. With a diameter of 38 mm and a depth of just 7 mm, this exquisite timepiece is sure to impress. Signed Juhel a Paris Circa 1790 Diameter 38 mm Depth 7 mm Origin French Period 18th Century Materials Yellow Gold Carat for Gold 18 K