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Antique C1860 Henry Capt Rare YG Keyword Open Face Pivoted Detent Pocket Watch

$6,623.41
£4,850
€5,645.70
CA$9,124.96
A$9,944.60
CHF 5,266.10
MX$119,445.16
NOK 66,669.94
SEK 61,296.45
DKK 42,167.10

About the Item

A rare Henry Capt 18ct yellow gold keywind open face, pivoted detent chronometer pocket watch with day date, C1860. Dial: The perfect white enamel dial signed Henry Capt a Genève, Roman numerals, outer minute ring, two subsidiary dials for Day and Date with original blued steel spade hands. Case: The 18ct Yellow Gold Case with engine turned case back and vacant circular cartouche. The inner cuvette fully signed and numbered, with a description of the movement and two apertures for winding and hand setting of the watch. Movement: The gilded bar movement with Pivoted Detent Chronometer escapement, Bi- Metallic compensation balance and signed Henry Capt. This pocket watch is very rare indeed to have a day date function and a pivoted detent escapement for extra accuracy by this eminent Swiss watchmaker. We sell this timepiece with our certificate of authenticity.
  • Creator:
  • Case Material:
  • Case Dimensions:
    Diameter: 1.89 in (48 mm)
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1860
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Mayfair, London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 191122101stDibs: LU607317706212

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