Imagine Paris at the turn of the century the rustle of silk skirts, the glow of gaslight on the boulevard, the hush of a carriage passing by. Out from a reticule comes this little treasure, a watch that was never merely a timekeeper but a piece of jewelry, worn to be admired as much as consulted. The face, simple and elegant, is encircled with luminous pearls, while the back bursts into a constellation of tiny gems, each pearl and diamond catching the light like stars in a midnight sky.

Handcrafted in France around 1890, this petite pocket watch is fashioned in 18 karat gold and set with approximately 120 natural pearls, ranging from 1–2.5 mm, and accented with 24 rose cut diamonds of about 1 mm each. It measures 36 mm North to South, 24.3 mm across, and 11.5 mm thick, and weighs 14.62 grams. While unmarked, it has been tested as 18 karat gold. The piece still retains its original movement, making it both a jewel and a marvel of mechanical craft.

More than an object, this watch is an heirloom of elegance, something to be worn on a chain as a pendant, or tucked carefully away until the right moment calls for a flash of historic beauty. A piece for those who know time is measured best not in minutes, but in memories.

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Item ID: WHA26764VA