Three Colour Gold Quarter Repeating Verge, 1770

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Step back in time with the exquisite THREE COLOUR GOLD QUARTER REPEATING VERGE from 1770, an extraordinary testament to 18th-century Swiss horological craftsmanship. This remarkable timepiece, signed by Dufalga Geneve, exemplifies the pinnacle of watchmaking artistry with its full plate gilt fusee movement and intricately pierced and engraved bridge cock, enhanced by a steel coqueret. The watch is a marvel of precision, featuring a plain three-arm gilt balance with a blue steel spiral hairspring and a silver regulator dial with a blue steel indicator. Its quarter repeating mechanism, activated by a push pendant, produces a charming chime on a bell housed within its distinctive gold consular case. The white enamel dial, adorned with Roman and Arabic numerals and decorative pierced gold hands, adds to its elegance. The case’s unique geometric pattern, meticulously chased and engraved in three different colors of gold, creates a visually stunning effect, while discreet piercings allow the bell’s sound to resonate clearly. With a diameter of 44 mm and a depth of 12 mm, this watch is not only a functional timepiece but also a stunning piece of art, making it a prized addition to any collection. This exceptional timepiece is a quarter repeating Swiss verge watch from the 18th century. It features a full plate gilt fusee movement with a beautifully pierced and engraved bridge cock, complemented by a steel coqueret. The watch also boasts a plain three-arm gilt balance with a blue steel spiral hairspring, as well as a silver regulator dial adorned with a blue steel indicator. The quarter repeating mechanism is operated by a push pendant, which produces a delightful chime on a bell that is housed within the unusual gold consular case. The watch is wound through the white enamel dial, which sports Roman and Arabic numerals and is adorned with decorative pierced gold hands. The most striking feature of the case is its unique and eye-catching design, featuring a geometric pattern that radiates from the center of the back. This pattern is meticulously chased and engraved in three different colors of gold, creating a visually stunning effect. The case has also been discreetly pierced to allow the bell to sound clearly. To access this delightful feature, the watch is equipped with an “a toc” button located on the front bezel. Overall, this 18th century Swiss verge repeating watch is not only a testament to the exquisite craftsmanship of its time, but also a stunning piece of art that would be a prized addition to any collection. Signed Dufalga Geneve Circa 1770 Diameter 44 mm Depth 12 mm