Swiss 18 carat gold and enamel miniature watch Circa 1830

Gold enamel decorated cylinder watch
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An extremely rare gold and enamel miniature watch made by Samuel Reymond in Genève, Switzerland, circa 1830. The numbered ultra thin Lépine case of this watch which was crafted from 18 carat gold has a rim in high relief on both sides, a coined band, and both sides are engine turned and decorated with enamelled flowers. The florally decorated silvered dial has Roman hour numerals, an outer minute track and gold hands. The movement has a super flat cylinder escapement and key winding.
Case and cuvette have matching numbers, the cuvette is signed.
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Diameter: 21 mm
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Weight: 7.5 g
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Signed: Sel Reymond à Genève
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Only very rarely are these miniature watches still in such beautiful condition and working order.