Swiss gold open faced lever with 18k gold chain Circa 1998

Gold lever with chain by Blancpain
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A fine and rare Swiss 18k gold open faced lever pocket watch with 18k gold chain, circa 1998. Rhodium plated movement, fausses côtes decoration, 20 jewels, straight-line lever escapement, mono-metallic balance, adjusted in five positions, selfcompensating flat balance spring, shock absorber. Two-tone off white dial with applied gold Roman numerals and original gold feuille hands. Solid polished case, stepped bezel, transparent to the back, sapphire crystals. Dial, case and movement signed. Accompanied by fitted box, guarantee and pouch.
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Diameter: 44 mm
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Thickness: 6.5 mm
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Signed: Blancpain Swiss made