Jan 05 2024
Antique Pocket Watch Napoleon I Era Verge Fusee Gilt Enamel Precious Stones Case
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Antique Pocket Watch Napoleon I Era Verge Fusee Gilt Enamel Precious Stones Case. Masson a Lyon c1800′s. The watch has a gilt silver hand engraved case depicting enamelled personal monogram of Napoleon I beneath the imperial crown and decorated with various precious stones. The entire case is hand engraved. On the back is engraved the Latin Motto :”Aut Cum Scuto Aut In Scuto” E. Ither with shield or on shield. Or, “do or die” or “no retreat”. A Greek expression that Spartan mothers said to their sons as they departed for battle. It refers to the practices that a Greek hoplite would drop his cumbersome shield in order to flee the battlefield, and a slain warrior would be borne home atop his shield. The watch is preserved in excellent condition and perfect working order!!! The watch has a high grade fire gilt Verge Fusee chain driven movement with hand pierced balance cock, entirely hand engraved, silver regulator disc. All the parts original. The watch is 50mm in diameter, 30mm thick. 157g heavy The watch comes with a matching key. Get images that make Supersized seem small. Showcase your items with Auctiva’s. Track Page Views With.