French extravagant multi coloured verge watch Circa 1770

Gold pocket watch verge escapement
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An extravagant 20K multi-coloured gold verge watch, made by Romilly in Paris, France circa 1770. The excellent quality open faced case is crafted from 20 Carat gold in four different colours. Furthermore the case has a five part lateral hinge, a figured scene on back, finest sound openings and a pendant with large diamond with a diameter of circa 7 mm and an opening pusher also with large diamond and finally a bell. The white enamel dial has an outer ring with black Arabic numerals for the seconds and black Roman numerals for the hours and original hands with diamonds. The movement has a verge escapement.
Movement signed.
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Diameter: 47 mm
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Weight: 86 g
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Signed: Romilly, á Paris
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The originally present repeating mechanism is largely missing and the movement is not in working order and needs restoration.
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Romilly
Romilly, also known as Honoré Pons-Alexandre Romilly, was a watchmaker in Paris during the late 18^th and early 19^th centuries. He was born in 1758 in the town of Tonbridge, England and received a formal education at a school in Greenwich. Later on, he went to study law at the University of Edinburgh but dropped out to pursue his passion for horology and became known for his exceptional skills and innovations in watchmaking. He died in 1835. Some of Romilly’s most notable accomplishments as a watchmaker include:
Improved escapement design: Romilly made significant contributions to the development of escapements, which are vital components in mechanical watches. His improvements helped increase accuracy and reliability in timekeeping.
Invention of the detached lever escapement: Romilly is credited with inventing the detached lever escapement, which is a type of escapement mechanism used in watches. This invention improved the accuracy and precision of timekeeping.
Precision timekeeping: Romilly was known for his ability to create highly accurate timepieces. His watches were sought after by collectors and connoisseurs due to their precision and reliability.
Influence on watchmaking: Romilly’s innovations and expertise had a significant impact on the watchmaking industry during his time. His designs and techniques were widely adopted by other watchmakers, further advancing the field.