French extremely rare silver and rock crystal form watch Circa 1780

Silver verge watch in the shape of a star
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An extremely rare star form pocket watch made by Bazille Fils in Montpellier, France, circa 1780. This open faced watch, crafted from silver and rock crystal of outstanding quality, has a case in the shape of a star which is elaborately engraved, a back with a view to the balance that can be closed with a cover cap and a diamond set opening button. The white enamel dial has Roman hour numerals, an outer minute track, outermost five minutes and metal hands. The numbered movement has a verge escapement.
The dial and movement are signed.
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Diameter: 68 mm
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Weight: 175 g
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Signed: Bazille Fils à Montpellier