Unique and extra large lépine with gold silver enamel case Circa 1800
- Kenmerk
- HC0657
- Diameter
- 61 mm
- Estimate
- € 2.000 - 5.000
- Price sold
- € 1.900
Pocket watch with probably a lépine calibre
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A unique and extra large lépine with gold, silver and enamel case and probably lépine calibre, made circa 1800. The watch has a pink gold case, a back with violet engine-turned enamel in flower design and an inside with green counter enamel (completely restored). The white enamel dial has an outer ring with black Arabic numerals for the minutes (outside) and the hours (inside) and fine Breguet steel hands. The movement has a rare calibre with a verge escapement.
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Diameter: 61 mm
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Weight: 120 g
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Signed: No name
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Counter enamel
Counter enamel is applied to the back of the dial. This is necessary to prevent distortion of the enamel on the dial side through excessive stresses. This process helps to ensure the stability and durability of the watch.





















