German pair cased quarter repeating verge watch Circa 1730

Silver open faced pocket watch by Lekceh, London (Johann Heckel, Friedberg)
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A fine and small Friedberg pair cased quarter repeating verge pocket watch, circa 1730.
Two cases: silver outer case with galant Repoussé scene, pierced rocaille decoration and large lateral hinge; silver inner case with pierced grotesque ornaments and signed movement protection cap. White enamel dial with radial Roman numerals and Louis XVI hands. Full plate movement, keywind, applied florally engraved and pierced ornaments, frosted, gilt, chain/fusee, baluster shaped movement pillars, signed, 2 hammers, 1 bell, verge escapement, three-arm steel balance, engraved pierced balance cock with grotesque ornaments.
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Diameter: 51 mm
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Weight: 117 g
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Signed: Lekceh, London
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Johann Heckel was born in Friedberg in 1673 and became a master in 1720. He died in 1743.
He also produced watches under the name “Lekceh – London”. With the reverse spelling of the family name and the place of origin in London , the Friedberger probably wanted to increase the market value of his product. Johann Heckel was one of the most important Friedberg watchmakers.
Works by Johann Heckel can be found in the British Museum in London , in the Historical Museum in Basel and in the Friedberg Municipal Museum .