French gold verge pocket watch in finely engraved case Circa 1740

Attractive decorative gold pocket watch
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A French gold pocket watch from the 18th century made by Franz Georg Rothea, a watchmaker from Strasbourg. The gilt movement features a verge escapement, and the finely engraved case is adorned with an enamel dial with radial hours. The works are signed with the name Rothéa and the location Strasbourg, while the marking on the watch includes a crown above the initials P B and the initial C.
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Diameter: 48 mm
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Signed: Rothéa à Strasbourg