Swiss gold quarter repeating cylinder watch Circa 1815

Gold gentleman’s watch with secret signature
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A gentleman’s rare quarter repeating pocket watch with cylinder escapement and secret signature, circa 1815. 18k gold case, engine turned, reeded band, case maker punch mark “VeP”, numbered and signed dome. Dial is enamel, Arabic numerals, signed: “Breguet à Paris”, additional secret signature below “12”: “Breguet”, blued Breguet hands. Bridge movement, keywind, frosted, gilt, blued screws, 1 hammer, 1 gong, shock protection-”parachute”, three-arm brass balance, temperature compensated balance spring.
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Diameter: 56 mm
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Weight: 118 g
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Signed: Breguet et fils