Quarter Repeating Oignon A rare Basle quarter repeating "Oignon"
Gehäuse
Silver, open-worked rim on the back side, rear bell.|Very good, slightly rubbed.
Zifferblatt
Enamel.|Very good.
Werk
Full plate movement, 2 hammers, chain/fusee, three-arm steel balance.|Very good, capable of running, cleaning recommended.
dimension:56 mm
circa:1710
weight:168
country:Switzerland
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This is a typical example of an "oignon" - a large watch fitted with a simple construction and easily readable dial. To emphasise the beautiful sound of the repeater the edge of the back lid is open worked and ornamented with acanthus leaf scrolls and cartouches depicting musical instruments and military equipment.
Gehäuse
Silver, open-worked rim on the back side, rear bell.|Very good, slightly rubbed.
Zifferblatt
Enamel.|Very good.
Werk
Full plate movement, 2 hammers, chain/fusee, three-arm steel balance.|Very good, capable of running, cleaning recommended.
dimension:56 mm
circa:1710
weight:168
country:Switzerland
originalbox:
originalcertificate:
guaranteecard:
servicecard:
extract:
accessories:
clasp:
This is a typical example of an "oignon" - a large watch fitted with a simple construction and easily readable dial. To emphasise the beautiful sound of the repeater the edge of the back lid is open worked and ornamented with acanthus leaf scrolls and cartouches depicting musical instruments and military equipment.
