Swiss gold repeating erotic verge pocket watch Circa 1820

Gold quarter repeater with concealed erotic automaton
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A fine, very rare Swiss 18 carat gold open faced quarter repeating verge pocket watch with concealed erotic automaton, circa 1820. Frosted gilt full plate movement with cylindrical pillars, fusee and chain, verge escapement, three armed brass balance with flat balance spring, continental cock, silver regulation dial, repeating on gongs activated by depressing the pendant. Gilt metal cuvette hinged to the movement ring and with central small concealed spring loaded cover opening by depressing a pin at the edge to reveal a multi-coloured engraved gold officer and lady in an amorous upright position within an engraved foliate border, animated by the action of the repeating mechanism. White enamel dial with Breguet numerals, outer minute divisions, winding aperture at 2 o’clock and original gold skeleton hands. Case sunray engine turned on the back with small engraved monogram in an oval cartouche, rope twist band, polished bezel. Case numbered.
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Diameter: 57 mm
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Signed: No name