French Verge Fusee, Ormolu, Ca. 1780, 63.6mm, Working, Needs Correct Hairspring

Description: This is a wonderful, and quite beautiful, and very old, ca, 1780 verge, made for the French market. Dial shows at least two repair which look like they can be easily redone correctly. Aside from that, I see a hairline between the 9 and 10:00 positions. Very attractive dial with large roman numerals, thick fancy hands and a great floral center design. The case measures approximately 63.66mm in diameter. A key is provided. I'm not sure if the ormolu gold is covering a silver or bronze base but appears to be silver to me. I believe it is a 22kt ormolu covering but can't positively guarantee that, so I'll just state that the karat level is unknown. Case and movement do contain lots of engravings throughout, but case could use some polish. Again, movement does run to the end of the fusee chain but is running much too fast. It requires the proper period hairspring in order for it to run with proper motion and speed. Please feel free to ask questions, and I will respond as quickly as I can. Movement does run in all positions. This is a beautiful verge and would enhance any fine watch collection. It comes with a long, gold-platted chain, showing some wear and fading and only the clasp connected to the watch bow is marked 14kt, but not tested for content by me. AGAIN, SOLD FOR REPAIR ONLY. I will sell only to a U.S. address, unless you use Ebay's International Shipping. Aloha!

Price: 2500 USD

Location: Kapolei, Hawaii

End Time: 2024-10-21T19:59:44.000Z

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