Bidspirit auction | (139) LEROY À PARIS, GOLD

(139) LEROY À PARIS, GOLD AND ENAMEL BELT-CHAIN WATCH, LATE 18TH CENTURY. - Brown leather case in the shape of a violin case (168 x 63 mm) Belt chain: Consisting of 8 chains, each with 3 chain links. The ensemble is composed of a central medallion, a key, a seal, and a hook on the watch. Louis XVI gold watch: Gold case, guilloché middle section and bezel, enameled back, grey-pink on a white background: Motif: ”Flute-playing cherub”, ring and bow with ”ET” stamp. Movement: Simple, gilded blank movement, verge escapement, fusee and chain, winding and hand-setting with keys. D: 30 mm, Thickness: 13 mm, Total weight: 53 g In his expertise, Prof. André Curtit wrote in 1995: ”Piece in perfect condition (serviced). Since that time, the watch has been in a display case. Its current function has not been tested.” SHIPPING TO THE USA IS NOT POSSIBLE DUE TO HIGH CUSTOMS FEES. CREDIT CARD PAYMENTS ARE NOT ACCEPTED FOR THIS AUCTION.