French 18K yellow gold open faced pocket watch Circa 1895

Gold open faced pocket watch
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A French 18 carat yellow gold open faced pocket watch, showcasing French craftsmanship, circa 1880-1910. This watch features a hand wound mechanical lever movement. The white enamel dial displays Arabic numerals for the hours, an outer railway minute track, a subsidiary seconds dial at 6 o’clock, and Breguet style hands. The round 18 carat yellow gold case has a plain, smooth back. The case bears the French eagle head hallmark and the general company hallmark for box assemblers in Besançon, confirming its French origin and period of production. The case is numbered.
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Diameter: 43 mm
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Weight: 80.5 g
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Signed: No name