Gregson Horloger du Roy

-- cylinder escapement, oversized striking hammers repeating on gong to the side of the case and activated by depressing the pendant -- engraved cuvette -- white enamel dial, Arabic numerals -- case back with translucent green enamel over engine-turned ground, polychrome enamel plaque to the centre depicting a Russian family crest, blue and white bands to the bezels with gilt leaf design -- dial and cuvette signed Gregson Horloger du Roy a Paris, No 1915

The cylinder movement is running at the time of cataloguing and the repeating a toc mechanism is repeating correctly. There is a hairline crack to the dial at the centre by the hands. There is restoration to the enamel to the bezels and the plaque to the centre of the case back, the translucent green enamel is scuffed but overall is in good condition.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. All dimensions in catalogue descriptions are approximate. Condition reports may not specify mechanical replacements or imperfections to the movement, case, dial, pendulum, separate base(s) or dome. Watches in water-resistant cases have been opened to examine movements but no warranties are made that the watches are currently water-resistant. Please note that we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts, such as wheels, hands, crowns, crystals, screws, bracelets and leather bands, since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. In particular, please note it is the purchaser's responsibility to comply with any applicable import and export matters, particularly in relation to lots incorporating materials from endangered species.NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

**Please be advised that bands made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator and crocodile) are not sold with the watches and are for display purposes only. We reserve the right to remove these bands prior to shipping.

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The movement of this watch is identical to that of most of the repeating watches by Jean Antoine Lepine towards the end of his career.
The coat of arms depicted on the enamel plaque belonged to the Count of Levashov. He governed Estonia, Curland and Russia during the 19th Century.