French 18K gold open faced striking cylinder pocket watch Circa 1820

Gold striking type cylinder watch by Bertot
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A French 18 carat gold open faced striking type cylinder pocket watch, circa 1820. This watch features a mechanical movement with cylinder escapement and a two hammer striking mechanism. It has a white enamel dial with Roman numerals and outer minute divisions, complemented by filigree fleur-de-lys hands. The case features radiating decoration. The watch comes with a key, and both dial and case are signed.
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Diameter: 51 mm
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Weight: 86 g
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Signed: Bertot à Caen