Thanks for the replies, and to
@Peemacgee and
@Noddyman for remembering where they've seen the font before. The first picture of the 2852 in question isnt of the best quality, but especially the second one does show the thin, sharp printing that, having looked at it again and again now, I'd be pretty sure is legit. I was, for a while, sceptical regarding some of the minute ticks, especially between 25 an 30, but
@Wlcutter mentioned in a PM that they're all lined up correctly and the slight wonkiness might be due to crystal distortion. Adding up, I'd agree Peemacgees assessment seems likely: Either a late 2852 that got an earlier transplant movement or an early 2852 that got a later (and very uncommon) transplant dial.
@Wlcutter have you disassembled it by any chance and checked the back of the dial, if it's marked solid gold? Just out of curiosity.
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