Montre à Gousset Lépine en Argent Massif à Clé – Échappement à Cylindre

Lepine Pocket Watch in Solid Silver with Key – Cylinder Escapement, 8 Jewels – Circa 1870 Elegant antique Lepine-type pocket watch, dating from the second half of the 19th century, around 1870. This traditional timepiece stands out for its solid silver case finely decorated, its white enamel dial, and the signature "AU GARDE A VILLEFRANCHE". Its refined aesthetics testify to the watchmaking know-how of the era, with guilloché decoration, delicate floral engravings and a central shield-shaped cartouche. The watch is accompanied by its original winding key for winding and regulation. Specifications * Type: Lepine-style pocket watch * Era: Circa 1870 * Movement: Key-wound mechanical * Escapement: Cylinder * Number of jewels: 8 * Case: Solid silver, with a lozenge-shaped hallmark and number 75163, accompanied by the initials A.S. * Case decoration: Guilloché back, central blank cartouche, floral engravings and fluted edge * Dial: White enamel * Dial signature: "AU GARDE A VILLEFRANCHE" * Indications: Roman numerals, railway-style minute track and five-minute markers * Hands: Louis XV-style elaborated hands * Diameter: 45 mm, excluding crown * Included accessory: Old winding key in brass and steel * Chain: Not included Condition and operation The watch shows a very good overall condition for its age. The silver case retains its elegant engraved decoration, with no major shocks or noticeable wear. The white enamel dial is particularly well preserved, with no cracks or chips visible. The Roman numerals and elaborated hands contribute to the authentic charm of this antique piece. The mechanical movement has been tested: it winds correctly, runs, and keeps time during trials. As with any antique mechanical watch, precision and regularity of operation are not guaranteed over the long term. The watch is sold with its key, chain not included. The photographs help appreciate its condition and manufacturing details.

Estimate:£35.49

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