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Here is a Le Phare. A fine and rare 18ct gold open face perpetual calendar moon phase chronograph minute repeater keyless wind pocket watch.  Est price at auction US$ 23,000 - 29,000

I hope your friend has it insured.

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10 minutes ago, oldhippy said:

Here is a Le Phare. A fine and rare 18ct gold open face perpetual calendar moon phase chronograph minute repeater keyless wind pocket watch.  Est price at auction US$ 23,000 - 29,000

I hope your friend has it insured.

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It's not quite the same quality but yes, must be worth thousands. 

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