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Vauchez A Paris. A Rare Gold Enamel Verge Watch C1770

$6,678.45
£4,850
€5,671.96
CA$9,137.79
A$9,942.61
CHF 5,264.49
MX$119,616.34
NOK 66,847.25
SEK 61,160.56
DKK 42,377.42

About the Item

Vauchez A Paris. A Rare Three Colour Gold Rose Cut Diamond Enamel Verge Keywind Pocket Watch C1770 Dial: The white enamel dial signed Vauchez A Paris with Roman numerals and large Arabic Numerals for the outer minute track at five minute intervals. the hole in the front of the dial is to wind the watch up. The beautiful original silver fleur de lis hands inset with rose cut diamonds typical for this period of time. Case: The beautiful three colour gold case with outer gilt metal protective case. The front bezel is set with rose cut diamonds. The back of the case has an enamel portrait of a Lady with a rose cut diamond surround and garlands of flowers in green and white gold set with rose cut diamonds. A truly wonderful and original case. Movement: The movement opens up from the front of the case and is in excellent condition. Fully signed Vauchez A Paris and numbered. The movement is a chain driven fusee Verge escapement. The bridge cock is finely hand engraved with a silver slow fast regulation dial. The hands are set by the centre abor to the front of the dial. Daniel Vauchez (born Daniel Vaucher), was a master watchmaker who moved from Fleurier, Switzerland, to Paris in 1760. Active from 1767, his timepieces, often signed "Vauchez en la Cité" or "Vauchez A Paris and were highly sought after by royalty and aristocrats as he was an eminent Parisian watchmaker. This watch is in pristine condition and would make a fine addition to ones collection. We sell this watch with our own certificate of authenticity.
  • Case Material:
  • Case Shape:
    Round
  • Movement:
  • Case Dimensions:
    Diameter: 1.89 in (48 mm)
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa 1770
  • Condition:
    Polished.
  • Seller Location:
    Mayfair, London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 101125101stDibs: LU607327829402

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