Fine gold and enamel, diamond-set pendant watch in scarab beetle shape.
The length of the watch is 49mm, width is 27mm. Weight is 39 grams.
This is nice example of Geneva fantasy shaped watch production, circa 1870s.
These scarab shaped watches are illustrated in many books, including classical "History of Swiss Watch" by Jaquet & Chapuis, "Watches of Fantasy" by O. Patrizzi and others.
Condition
Enamel has professional restoration.
Such a watches has been worn as pendants, and vast majority of them comes with enamel reparations.
Dial is in fine condition, with no visible defects.
Heart-shaped movement with cylinder escapement is in running condition, though time keeping is not tested.
Rare and beautiful watch, don't miss it.
Price: 7 400 USD