Pocket watch · Open-face repeating pocket watch
This 18k gold openface repeating pocket watch is attributed by the auction house to Simon Gallonier of Nantes, dated to circa 1820. The white enamel dial is configured with Arabic numerals, blued steel hands, and a key-winding aperture located near the 9 o'clock index. According to the catalog, the yellow gold case carries Paris guarantee marks and bears number 16055. It houses a gilt movement with a verge escapement, chain and fusee, and a quarter-hourly striking repeating mechanism with three gong spirals released via the pendant.
Source-reported attribution and specifications are not independent authentication. A listing does not establish present ownership, current display, availability or permission to reproduce.
The watch features a white enamel dial with Arabic numerals and blued steel hands. A key-winding aperture is positioned near the 9 o'clock numeral.
The timepiece measures 5.5 cm in diameter and has a recorded weight of 129.3 g.
The watch contains a gilt movement with a verge escapement, chain, and fusee. It features a quarter-hourly musical striking mechanism that utilizes three gong spirals.
The repeating function is activated by pressing the pendant and includes an off-switch.
The timepiece is attributed to Simon Gallonier of Nantes (1785–1855). The interior cuvette is signed 'S. Gallonier à Nantes'. The case is marked with the number 16055.
The source documentation notes the presence of Paris gold guarantee marks corresponding to the 1838–1919 period, while separately citing an approximate date of circa 1820.
| Field | Source-reported value | Source quotation |
|---|---|---|
| Maker attribution | Simon Gallonier | “Nantes, Simon Gallonier (Saint Herblain 1785 - Nantes 1855), ca. 1820” |
| Movement description | Gilt movement with verge escapement, chain and fusee, quarter striking on three gongs | “Gilt movement with small verge escapement, chain and fusee, quarter-hourly musical striking (three gong spirals), loosed by pressing the pendant with off switch.” |
| Case number | 16055 | “case no. 16055.” |
| Cuvette inscription | S. Gallonier à Nantes | “Cuvette signed "S. Gallonier à Nantes".” |
| Dimensions and weight | Diameter 5.5 cm, weight 129.3 g | “Diameter 5.5 cm. Weight 129.3 g.” |
| Auction Result | 1,984 EUR | “Result: 1.984 € (incl. premium)” |
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Reviewed 2026-10-25 · Record af355604f6
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