Swiss unusual lavishly decorated Art Deco watch Circa 1920

White gold open faced pocket watch by Laco
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A Swiss unusual, Art Deco watch lavishly decorated with diamonds and centred on the back with a diamond and sapphire crown, probably made for the Indian market, circa 1920.
18 carat white gold case, entirely set with diamonds and back centred by a crown made of diamonds and sapphires. Signed silvered dial with Art Deco style Arabic hours, engine turned centre and blued hands. Movement is rhodium plated with 15 jewels, lever escapement and monometallic screw balance.
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Diameter: 46 mm
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Weight: 70 g
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Signed: Laco, Swiss
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Lavishly decorated watches with diamonds and sapphires were usually destined for the Russian market in the 18th century and in the 19th and 20th centuries for the Indian market. A small group was also destined for the Royalties.