The Quarter Millennium of Vacheron Co...
Geneva, Apr 03, 2005
LOT 87
?Poche Surprise? Vacheron & Constantin, Genève, movement No. 412297, delivered in 1929. Case by Verger Frères, No. 12122. Retailed by Mauboussin, Paris. Very fine and rare, platinum keyless Art Deco ?montre de sac à volets? purse and desk watch. Accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity. Rectangular, the front and back engraved with a geometrical pattern, shutters opening by pushpieces on the sides, hinged inner case. D. Matte silver, applied white gold ?cubiste? numerals, outer minute track. Polished steel "cathedral" hands. M. Cal. 9??? 94, rhodium plated, 15 jewels, straight line lever escapement, cut bimetallic compensation balance with five adjustments, Breguet balance spring. Movement signed, numbered and stamped on the case, dial signed by the retailer. Dim. 43 x 31 mm.
CHF 4,000 - 6,000
EUR 2,600 - 4,000 / USD 3,400 - 5,000
Sold: CHF 4,830
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AAA |
Excellent |
Case: 3 |
Good |
Movement: 3* |
Good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 4 - 01 |