French 18 carat gold open faced lever pocket watch Circa 1888

Gold open faced pocket watch
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A French 18 carat yellow gold open faced lever pocket watch with pendant winding and a guilloché back, made by Leroy et Fils, circa 1888. This watch features a bimetallic balance with compensation and a lever escapement. It has a white enamelled dial with Roman numerals, an outer minute track, a subsidiary seconds dial at six o’clock, and gold spade hands. The case is crafted from 18 carat yellow gold, with a guilloché back, a double cuvette in 18 carat yellow gold, and the back engraved with E.W. 3 mai 1888.
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Diameter: 49 mm
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Weight: 88 g
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Signed: Leroy & Fils