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New York, Dec 09, 2009
LOT 142
Burl Wood Cigar Box with 8-Day Clock and Barometer Probably French, dial signed Cartier. Made circa 1930. A fine and interesting burl wood cigar box with 8-day going clock and barometer. To be sold without reserve
USD 15,000 - 20,000
CHF 15,000 - 20,000 / EUR 10,000 - 14,000
Sold: USD 9,600
C. Rectangular, lid inset with clock and barometer surrounded by a chrome frame. D. Silver, engine-turned, painted luminous Arabic numerals, second dial for barometer. Luminous Art Deco hands. M. Rhodium-plated, 17 jewels, straight-line lever escapement, bimetallic compensation balance, Breguet balance spring. Dial signed. Dim. length 224 mm, width 140 mm, height 55 mm.
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AA |
Very good |
Case: 3-11 |
Good Slightly worn |
Movement: 3* |
Good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 3-6-01 |
Good Slightly oxidized HANDS Original |