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Vincenti & Cie jeweled crystal regulator, ca. 1860. A small (9.75 inches) crystal regulator with a bowed front and paste jewels around the door and around the dial. Did you know that “paste jewelry” is high-lead glass and was developed in France in the early 1700’s? It was all the fashion until the twentieth century. There are four beveled glasses and a brightly polished brass case with little wear. The porcelain dial is hand-painted and flawless, the hands are appropriate; note also the decorated pendulum with a signed porcelain center portrait and jewels around it. The 8-day, pendule de Paris movement is signed Vincenti & Cie with a medal of honor stamp dated 1855. I cannot keep it running but it will strike on the small cathedral gong. This is a beautiful high-end clock that needs just a bit of attention. $250–$500.