French gold and diamond set lady’s cylinder watch Circa 1860

Gold full hunter watch with high relief by Barbary
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A French lady’s gold and diamond set cylinder watch with the case chased in high relief, circa 1860. The watch features a gilded movement with a cylinder escapement and a plain flat three-arm balance. It has a white enamel dial, signed by Barbary, Rue de la Paix 22, Paris, adorned with red Roman numerals, gold hands that are decoratively pierced and engraved, and a red outer minute ring. The gold case boasts covers that are heavily chased and engraved, with the front depicting flowers and foliage centred around a diamond set monogram, while the back showcases two putti and a bird among flowers and foliage, complemented by diamond set bezels and a polished cuvette signed Barbary, Rue de la Paix 24, Paris.
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The dial is signed for 22 Rue de La Paix but the cuvette is marked 24 Rue de la Paix.
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Diameter: 33.5 mm
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Signed: Barbary, Rue de la Paix 22/24, Paris
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The movement is functioning smoothly, and the hands are correctly. The visible surfaces appear to be in good condition. The dial has several scratches, with one slightly more prominent between 3 and 6. There are a few chips around the dial screws, particularly the one to the right at 3 o’clock. The case decoration is generally in good condition, showing light marks and scratches. However, the front panel is quite heavily tarnished.