C.1895, French, S. Marti and Cie, Over-Size 8-day time and bell strike Brass and Glass crystal regulator, with open Brocot escapement on the dial.
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22 October 2024
Condition: Large polished brass case with fancy molded base, is in nice condition with a little tarnish and some minor scratches; someone brushed lacquer on years ago, and it has some runs. Original porcelain dial has hairline cracks around 6 o'clock. Dial center is perfect. Back door beveled glass panel has a very small chip in the top curved area. The rest of the beveled panels are fine. Hands and grid pendulum are original. Movement is signed with Marti award medallion; in the 20th Century, Marti made parts for Peugeot cars. These large regulators do not occur often. Height 18.5 inches [46.9 cm]
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Marti, Samuel et Cie
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1900.00
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R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts
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C.1895, French, S. Marti and Cie, Over-Size 8-day time and bell strike Brass and Glass crystal regulator, with open Brocot escapement on the dial. Condition: Large polished brass case with fancy molded base, is in nice condition with a little tarnish and some minor scratches; someone brushed lacquer on years ago, and it has some runs. Original porcelain dial has hairline cracks around 6 o'clock. Dial center is perfect. Back door beveled glass panel has a very small chip in the top curved area. The rest of the beveled panels are fine. Hands and grid pendulum are original. Movement is signed with Marti award medallion; in the 20th Century, Marti made parts for Peugeot cars. These large regulators do not occur often. Height 18.5 inches [46.9 cm]
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