Fine Swiss 18 carat gold open faced keyless lever watch Circa 1882

Rose gold open faced pocket watch by Patek Philippe
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A fine Swiss 18 carat rose gold open faced keyless lever pocket watch with enamel dial, circa 1882. This watch features a mechanical, jewelled movement with a lever escapement. It has a white enamel dial with Roman numerals for hours, a track for outer minutes with gold coloured Arabic numerals for five-minute intervals, outer railway minute divisions, and Louis XV style hands. The case is made of 18-carat rose gold, with chased and engraved details, a hinged case back, and a gold cuvette. The cuvette is signed and numbered, and the case is also signed. A Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives copy confirms the production of this watch in 1882 and its subsequent sale on 20th June 1883.
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Diameter: 33 mm
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Signed: Patek, Philippe & Co. Genève
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The movement functions properly. The enamel dial remains intact, although there is a minor chip between 8 and 9 o’clock. The case exhibits surface wear consistent with the watch’s age. The case back features a very crisp engine-turned pattern.