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ANONYMOUS
Early 19th century

Gold skeleton watch with quarter-repeating striking mechanism and automata

Case: round on hinge, fluted caseband, smooth back, transparent bowl on gilded metal frame, striking by pendant release with safety catch on edge
Dial: white enamel circle, stylized Arabic numerals and railroad minute track, skeleton movement in the center surmounted by two cherubs striking bells to indicate the hours and quarters
Movement: mechanical with key winding, chased and pierced cock, spiral balance, regulating disc, two-hammer striking on gong, skeletonized plate with finely chased decorations.

Diameter: 55 mm
Gross weight 121,3 g

UNSIGNED
Early 19th century
Gold automaton and quarter repeating skeleton watch