Repeating and musical watch

Swiss, possibly La Chaux-de-Fonds

early 19th century

Not on view

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Title: Repeating and musical watch
Date: early 19th century
Culture: Swiss, possibly La Chaux-de-Fonds
Medium: Gold
Dimensions: Diameter: 2 5/16 in. (5.9 cm)
Classification: Horology
Credit Line: Gift of Joseph W. Drexel, 1889
Object Number: 89.2.102
Curatorial Department: European Sculpture and Decorative Arts

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