Swiss rose gold minute repeating hunting cased pocket watch Circa 1887

Rose gold minute repeating full hunter by Patek Philippe
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A distinguished Geneva minute repeating hunting cased pocket watch – made for Arthur K. Kaime, St. Louis, Missouri on order from Merrick, Walsh & Phelps, St. Louis, Missouri – with original exotic wooden box, circa 1887.
18-carat rose gold case with two different engraved monograms. Signed white enamel dial with radial Arabic numerals, outer minutes track with red Arabic five minutes numerals, subsidiary dial for the seconds, and gold Louis XV hands. Signed bridge movement, two hammers / two gongs, and gold screw compensation balance.
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Diameter: 53 mm
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Weight: 132 g
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Signed: Patek Philippe & Co. Genève
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Based in St. Louis, Merrick, Walsh & Phelps were one of the most important and renowned business partners of Patek Philippe in the 19th century. The relationship lasted from 1855 until the US retailer closed its doors in 1901. Their signature makes this timekeeper an attractive collector’s piece.