Fine and very fancy Swiss 18K gold hunting case minute repeater
antique pocket watch by Mathey circa 1890.
Substantial beautifully engraved case with pin in the band to set the time and
slide to activate the repeater.
Beautifully engraved dial with bold black numerals, applied decorations in two
colors of gold, and fancy blued steel hands.
High grade nickel 35 jewel movement (slightly scuffed) jeweled to the center and the
hammers with gold wheels and gold escutcheons. Repair to one of the gongs.
The dust cover engraved with details of the movement.
When activated, this watch chimes the exact time using different chime tones
to designate the hours, quarter hours, and minutes.
A very handsome watch with loud clear tone.