Swiss gilt brass watch in the shape of a crucifix Circa 1625

Rock crystal verge form watch
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An extremely rare, rock crystal watch in the shape of a crucifix, signed by Charles Bobinet Genèva, circa 1625-1650. Gilt brass case cruciform rock crystal bowl, rock crystal on all sides to fold out, faceted. Gilt brass dial, cruciform brass full plate movement, verge escapement, applied floral decorations, gut/fusee, blued screws, three-arm brass balance. The dial is decorated with florrely scenes and Roman numerals. The movement and the gilt balance cock are also abundantly ornamented, movement signed ‘Charles Bobinet’, Genèva Switzerland.
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Signed:  Charles Bobinet  Genèva