"Romilly / Paris" 18k Gold Handcrafted enameled pocket watch 1820' Rare Collector

A fine and very rare "Romilly / Paris" 18k Gold Handcrafted enameled pocket watch 1820' Rare Collector

A fine, richly decorated spindle clock signed “Romilly / Paris.” Enamel dial with Roman numerals for the hours and a minute track with Arabic numerals. Gold-plated spindle movement with a finely openworked bridge for the three-legged balance wheel.

Beautiful 18k Gold Case back featuring an enamel medallion depicting a woman in oriental attire. The medallion is set with translucent green enamel and marcasite. Case back and glass rim richly engraved. Glass rim set with marcasite.

Year Circa 1820

Diameter 41 mm

Weight: 51 g

Condition: Exceptional condition for its age. Very well preserved. and in working order

Beautiful, rare historic one of one collector timepiece!

A special unique gift 

George Graham Romilly / “Romilly Paris” is associated with a respected family of watchmakers and retailers active in the late 18th and early 19th century, connected to the important English and French horological tradition

From a carefully preserved private Swiss collection, this exceptional pocket watch represent a rare opportunity to acquire authentic pieces of horological history.

Spanning different eras of watchmaking, this marvelous timepiece reflect a period when every movement was assembled and finished largely by hand, long before modern industrial production transformed the art of watchmaking.

This piece make part of these watches that were created by renowned makers who supplied noble families, royal courts and distinguished gentlemen of their time. Beyond their mechanical beauty, they are true witnesses of the evolution of craftsmanship, precision and decorative arts.

Many examples feature beautifully engraved cases, enamel work, finely decorated dials and elegant hand-finished movements, showcasing the extraordinary savoir-faire and artistic métiers of their era. Each watch carries its own charm, character and historical presence.

The watch has been carefully stored for decades in a Swiss bank vault and preserved in remarkably well-kept condition considering the age of this historical piece. As with all vintage and historical timepieces, a service is always recommended prior to regular use in order to ensure optimal functioning and preservation.

Whether you are a passionate collector, a lover of history, or simply someone seeking an object with soul and provenance, this pocket watch offers the unique chance to own a genuine fragment of horological heritage.

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