431.     $250

Japy Freres & Co. bow-front crystal regulator, ca. 1900.  A 15-inch crystal regulator with a beautiful finish and little wear.  There are four beveled glasses in excellent condition with the front glass bowed. The one-piece porcelain dial is decorated and has blue numbering; there are two fancy pierced gold hands.  The case and dial are marked Made in France; the signed Japy Freres & Co. movement runs weakly and will need attention.  It strikes on the hour and half-hour.  The pendulum contains mercury.  A higher end French regulator.  $250-$450.