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Front view of closed 18k gold half hunter pocket watch showing the case aperture and external Roman numerals

Pocket watch · Hunter-case watch

A. Golay-Leresche & Fils 18k Gold Half Hunter Pocket Watch

This antique 18-carat gold half-hunter pocket watch is attributed by the seller to Swiss watchmakers A. Golay-Leresche & Fils, Geneva, dating to circa the 1870s to 1880s. The polished gold case features a central circular glazed aperture surrounded by black enamelled Roman numerals. Source text reports that inside the back cover are Swiss Helvetia 18ct hallmarks, while the hinged case back bears an engraved 'CB' monogram. The white enamel dial is reported to feature blue Roman numerals, blued-steel hands, and a subsidiary seconds dial. According to the listing, the keyless lever movement and case share serial number 16732.

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www.sellingantiques.co.uk · SA1195882

A. Golay Leresche & Fils pocket watch with an associated 30-inch 18k rose gold chain.

Pocket watch · Enamel, form & pendant watch

A. Golay Leresche & Fils Diamond-Encrusted Pocket Watch

This pocket watch by A. Golay Leresche & Fils, Geneva, dates to the late 19th century, with source documentation providing a range of circa 1860-1880s. The piece features an 18k rose gold case, which is pavé-set with approximately 281 diamonds, including old European, old mine, and rose-cut stones. These diamonds have a total estimated weight of 5.85 to 6.00 carats, with color ranging from G to I and gray, and clarity grades between VS2 and I1. The watch has a diameter of 1 inch and weighs 50.50 grams in total. It is presented with a newly manufactured 30-inch 18k rose gold chain that includes a diamond-set connector. The watch is described as remaining in good condition.

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watchmuseum.org