Apr 15 2016
Lepine L’Epine Paris 22K Gold Verge Fusee Key Wind Pocket Watch Enamel Case 30mm
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We only sell 100% AUTHENTIC items. Antoine Lepine was a true great master of watchmaking in the 18th century and one of the founder of mechanical watchmaking. He revolutionized mechanical watch movement by getting rid of the fusee and still was able to design an accurate running movement. This is an authentic Lepine pocket watch made in the 1750s, in 22K (tested) gold case with enamel panel in the back and diamond adorned bezels in the front & back. Lepine was appointed’Royal Watchmaker’ by French royal court in 1766 and began signing his works since then, so this pocket watch lacks such designation was made before that year. All of the characteristics including dial, case and movement are all consistent with authentic Lepine work from that age. It’s simply incredible to find such an old timepiece made by or under the supervision of a true lengendary watchmaker. Condition-wise the watch is NOT RUNNING due to lack of mainspring power. We do not know if the mainspring is broken or loose but there is no power when wound. The fusee assembly including the chain is full intact and the balance swings freely. The wheel train is also working fine. Cosmetically this watch is showing its antique age, it has many cracks on the original dial, missing hands, and the lip of the case has detached from the back causing a rip in the case. It has previously been repaired (soldered) but has now has come apart again. The enamel panel on the caseback has worn where most of the forehead region of the ladies bust has worn down. There are also a few missing diamonds on the front and back bezels. There is no crystal present. Return can be made if the item received significantly deviate from the lot description and must be made within 3 days after receiving item. Please don’t hesitate to ask questions, especially when you are concerned with anything! The free listing tool. The item “Lepine L’Epine Paris 22K Gold Verge Fusee Key Wind Pocket Watch Enamel Case 30mm” is in sale since Monday, April 11, 2016. This item is in the category “Jewelry & Watches\Watches\Pocket Watches\Antique”. The seller is “madcollector2″ and is located in Corona, California. This item can be shipped worldwide.
- Brand: Lepine / L’Epine A Paris
- Closure: Flip Out
- Movement: Mechanical: Key Wind
- Country Made: France
- Age: 1750s
- Case Material: 22K Gold