Geneva, Nov 07, 2021

LOT 482

CARTIER/EUROPEAN WATCH & CLOCK CO., 8 DAY “TANK” TRAVEL CLOCK, YELLOW GOLD

CHF 7,000 - 14,000

HKD 59,000 - 118,000 / USD 7,600 - 15,200 / EUR 6,600 - 13,100

Sold: CHF 35,000

A very fine, historically important, extremely rare, manual wind, 8-day going 18k yellow gold travel clock with sliding cover.


Grading System
Grade:
Case: 2-8

Very good

Slightly scratched

Movement: 2*

Very good

Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense

Dial: 2-6-01

Very good

Slightly oxidized

HANDS Original

Brand Cartier

Model “Kodak”, 8 Day Travel clock

Year circa 1931

Movement No. 702703

Case No. 33752

Caliber JLC base 124, 18 jewels

Dimensions 25 x 43 mm

Signature Dial, case numbered and movement (European Watch & Clock co.)

Accessories later fitted box, chain

Notes

Resembling a tank chain design, this “Kodak” travel clock uses its sliding protective cover as a stand. Stamped multiple times with the case number ensuring the originality of all parts, this elegant watch is equipped with an extremely rare 8-day movement ensuring its practical aspect. For a similar watch see “Le Temps de Cartier” by Jadder & Barracca, Negretti, Nencini page 197.