Important Wristwatches, Watches & Clocks
Geneva, Hotel Des Bergues, Oct 14, 1990
LOT 294
Breguet et Fils No. 2974, sold to Mr. Laverrou on September 10, 1816. Fine 18 ct. gold "Souscription" watch.
CHF 20,000 - 25,000
Sold: CHF 27,600
Three body massive "forme collier" polished case by Joly, the back engraved: "Artemas Ward". White enamel typical " souscription" dial with Breguet numerals, allowing the hours and minutes to be read with a single hand, secret signature below 12 o'clock. Blued steel Breguet single hand. Typical gilt brass "souscription" movement with the central going barrel, Breguet ruby cylinder escapement with a plain brass three armed balance, parachute suspension and bimetallic compensation curb. Signed on the dial and the movement. In good condition. Diam. 62 mm.
