Important Collectors’ Wristwatches, P...

Hong Kong, Apr 23, 2006

LOT 399

?Boutons de Manchette? Cartier, London. No. 8488, London hallmarks for 1957. Extremely fine and rare, 18K yellow gold cufflinks set with a watch. Accompanied by a fitted box.

HKD 130,000 - 180,000

USD 17,000 - 23,000 / EUR 14,000 - 20,000

Sold: HKD 182,900

C. Solid, polished, round boby, solid crossed link and hinged round bail. D. Matte silver with painted radial Arabic quarter numerals and baton indexes. Yellow gold "Epée" hands. M. Cal. 5 1/2'', signed Cartier Inc, rhodium-plated, straight line lever escapement, monometallic balance, flat balance-spring, index regulator. Dial and movement signed, cuff-links stamped with Jacques Cartier?s maker?s mark. Dim. 20 x 14 mm.


LOADING IMAGES
Click to full view
Image

Grading System
Grade: AAA

Excellent

Case: 3

Good

Movement: 3*

Good

Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense

Dial: 3-01

Good

HANDS Original

Notes

It is of interest to note that the actor Cary Grant owned a pair of Cartier cufflinks identical to those offered for sale here.