Contemporary, Limited Edition, Modern...
New York, Grand Havana Room, Apr 25, 2001
LOT 269
Montre de poche Empire, Cartier, Paris. Produced circa 1910.Very fine, platinum and enamel, keyless dress watch.
USD 6,600 - 7,200
C. three-body, "Empire", polished, case back with ducal crown in black enamel. D. silver, Roman chapters, small inner Arabic chapter ring for hours from 13 to 24. Blued steel "Spade" hands. M. 37.6 mm., nickel, "fausses-côtes" decoration, 18 jewels, straight line lever escapement, cut bimetallic compensation balance, blued steel Breguet balance spring, 8 adjustments, unusual cam-type micrometric regulator.Dial and movement signed, case numbered and stamped with French platinum marks.Diam. 45 mm.
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AA |
Very good |
Case: 3 |
Good |
Movement: 3* |
Good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 4 - 7 |