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Bayernland
02-15-2007, 12:41 PM
I found this at a yard sale and thought it was interesting. I have no idea what is was used for, who would have used it, or when it was made. I thought it was cool.

The outer case is silver with a wood back. It has a picture frame type leg that extends to hold upright like a picture.

Clock is heavy, seems to run. Has nearly a full plate movement. The only numbers or signatures are the cross-like symbol with the numbers 7032.

Any help figuring this item out would be great. Thank you!
Dwane

patrick
02-15-2007, 12:48 PM
You are the proud owner of a Swiss Travel Clock.

Patrick

Nachtmotte
02-15-2007, 01:48 PM
Hello Dwane,
Patent Nr.7032: AMEDEE PERE DOUARD, 15.02.1894, "Nouveau calibre de montre à huit jours de marche".

Here the direct link to the european patent office:
http://v3.espacenet.com/origdoc?DB=EPODOC&IDX=CH7032&F=0&QPN=CH7032

Best regards
Tony