H. R., French, Case No. 180 38440, Boite S.G.D.G., 22 mm, 13 g, circa 1890

An extremely rare "buttonhole" watch studded with diamonds
Case: 18k gold, polished, the smaller "satellite" pocket watch of gold with diamond bezel. Dial: enamel. Movm.: bridge movement, cylinder escapement, ring balance.

This elegant novelty piece once graced the lapel of a 19th century gentleman – a watch that is subtle and formidable at the same time.