Swiss gold pulsation watch with Memento Mori case Circa 1895

Gold watch with repoussé case back 
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An exclusive Swiss 18 carat gold open faced keyless lever pocket watch with pulsation dial and Memento Mori case, circa 1895. Nickel finished jewelled lever quality movement, bi metallic compensation balance. Gold cuvette signed; Chronógrafo Medical, Compteur Instantane, Alto Watch.
White enamel dial with Arabic numerals, outer calibrated fifth seconds ring with Arabic five minute divisions, red graduated pulsations ring, two sunken subsidiary dials for 30 minute register and constant seconds. Memento Mori repoussé case back. Chronograph operated through the crown, hinged back.
Case, cuvette, dial and movement signed, case and cuvette numbered.
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Diameter: 50.5 mm
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Weight: 103 g
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Signed: Alto watch  Chronógrafo Medical
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“Memento Mori” is a Latin phrase that translates to “remember that you will die” or “remember death.” It serves as a reminder of the inevitability of death and has been used throughout history in various philosophical, artistic, and religious contexts. The concept encourages individuals to reflect on their mortality, often to inspire them to live more meaningful, virtuous, or purposeful lives. It has been a common theme in art, literature, and philosophy, particularly in Stoicism, where it is used to emphasize the importance of focusing on what truly matters in life.
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Reference 0025000