Signed Abraham Colomby Georgian Verge Watch Rose Cut Diamond 20 Karat Gold

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Signed Abraham Colomby Georgian Verge Watch Rose Cut Diamond 20 Karat Gold

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Keep the time This is a rare Georgian Verge pocket watch in very well preserved condition, surely kept with care and treasured for generation Dial and movement signed Abraham Colomby Abraham Colomby (or Collomb, Colombi and Colomb) was a Swiss maker and retailer who came from a famous watchmaking family in Geneva. He was born in 1702 as son of watchmaker Jean Pierre Collomb (1659-1738) and Jeanne Mussard (1657-1726), the daughter of master goldsmith Jean le Jeune Mussard. Abraham Colomby died in Geneva in 1776. The watch is composed of two parts: Protective case in solid 20 Kt yellow gold and silver (tested) the front with a circle of rose cut diamonds The release of the case is set with a rose cut diamond as well the back side with a nice lady enamel portrait and rose cut diamonds It measure 53 mm. in diameter There are 142 rose cut diamonds ranging in diameter from.001 mm to 1.8 mm. The inner watch is in plain 20 Kt yellow gold and measure 31 mm. in diameter The movement is a Gilded verge movement, signed (Abraham Colomby) and numbered (8777). Pierced and engraved balance cock with ruby endstone, and large silver regulator disk. Four square pillars. The movement is in good condition, and is running well. In excellent condition throughout The hinges are fine and the case snaps shut nicely. According to the serial number the watch can be dated 1760 ca This is a nice epitome of the gentlemen elegance and wealth of the time Comes to us in excellent condition considering the long time and is still working smoothly Not only a rare time keeper but a sophisticate jewel of the Georgian era Be aware considering all that long-term precision and regularity cannot be guaranteed Further Details Below Metal: 20 Kt yellow gold and silver, tested Hallmarks: none/worn Gems: 142 rose cut diamonds ranging in diameter from.001 mm to 1.8 mm. Measures: movement is 27 mm. in diameter – dial is 28.6 mm. in diameter - inner case is 31 mm. in diameter – complete watch is 53 mm. x 37 mm. (h. x w.) - miniature is 23.5 mm. in diameter Weight: 54.3 grams Condition: very good commensurate to age and use