ID - Schwere gravierte Silber Jerusalemkreuz Spindeluhr - Men - Schweiz um 1800

Unusual collector's watch in very beautiful form. Interesting pocket watch in the shape of a Jerusalem cross - silver (marked several times inside the dial cover) . The front is engraved in all four cross fields. Floral depictions. Central hinged lid with depiction of a rose and four leaves on guilloché background. Multiple marks inside lion's head, G ID Verge clock with silver dial under the lid. Opens up. Fire gold-plated verge escapement with beautiful verge cocks and silver disc for setting the speed. Key winding. Splendid silver key with crown engraving in crown of thorns and pelican opens its heart to bring the dead young back to life with its blood (Physiologus, early Christian animal compendium) Key on elaborate link chain with hook in the form of a snake All engravings masterfully executed. Back likewise has floral engravings in all cross fields. Skull with crossed bones in the centre on a guilloché background. Dial diameter 37 mm - cross height 11. 5 cm with bail - width 9. 7 cm (cross) . Weight: 299 g Interesting collector's watch in very good condition - an eye-catcher. Probably a unique piece. Pictures are part of the description. Shipped insured with Fedex