German 18K gold and lapis lazulli verge watch Circa 1780

Decorative gold and lapis lazulli pocket watch by François Poncet
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A German 18 carat gold and lapis lazulli verge pocket watch, circa 1780. Gilt full plate movement, verge escapement, pierced and engraved balance bridge. White enamel dial with Roman hours and Arabic minutes. Gold and lapis lazuli case with decorative gold strapwork in basket-weave design. Dial and movement signed.
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Diameter: 44 mm
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Signed: Poncet A Dresde
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François Poncet (1714-1804) was the court clockmaker to the Princes of Saxony & Kings of Poland.