This beautiful and rare pocket watch is an original example of a Patek Philippe key-wind pocket watch. A real museum timepiece made especially to commemorate the father of the United States George Washington George Washington, the nation's first president, was one of the most prominent American figures of the early 19th century. This magnificent commemorative watch, created in honor of the Father of the United States, is a magnificent heirloom of its time. Crafted by Patek & Co. This elegant and finely decorated gold watch is undoubtedly a treasure trove of American history. The front cover bears an exquisitely detailed oval portrait of George Washington, entirely hand-engraved, as depicted in a painting dating back to 1776. The back cover bears another exquisitely detailed oval portrait, entirely hand-engraved, of Mount Vernon house of George Washington in Virginia, as exhibited in 1861. Opening the front case reveals a white enamel dial, Roman numerals, in excellent condition, signed "Chs. Patek & Co. - Geneva," and "K18" on its inside front case. Underneath the back case is clearly marked "Patent Lever - Full Jewelled - Chs. Patek & Co. - Geneva," and "K18" on its inside back case. The key-winding mechanism is in good working order and the watch is in working condition. The watch shows some signs of age and use. \- Size: 43.2 mm in diameter. \- Thickness: 11 mm \- Weight: 49 g Price: 10000USD + Shipping