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 | |
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Grade: |
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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.