| A rare French lever in the form of a crucifix in an oval diamond set gold and enamel case. Very unusual gilt three quarter plate keyless movement in the form of a crucifix. Going barrel, frosted steel winding work. Plain cock with polished steel regulator, compensation balance with blue steel overcoil hairspring. Club foot lever
escapement. Ivory dial decorated with angels and cherubs on a puce background. White Arabic numerals in a small central chapter, blue steel hands. Slim gold oval case glazed on both sides and decorated with translucent pale blue enamel over an engine turned ground. Diamond set bezels and oval ring to the delicate chain strung with pearls. Fitted brown morocco covered case lined with velvet, the retailers signature inside.
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