Important Modern and Vintage Timepieces
New York, Jun 08, 2011
LOT 189
CARTIER ? PLATINUM & DIAMOND ? TANK ALLONGEE Cartier, France, made circa 1930. Very fine and rare, rectangular, platinum and diamond lady's wristwatch with platinum mesh bracelet and 18K white gold clasp.
USD 10,000 - 15,000
CHF 9,000 - 13,000 / EUR 7,000 - 10,000
C. Two-body, solid, polished, the bezel and lugs channel set with diamonds, 4 screws on the band to fix the case back, diamond-set winding crown. D. Silvered with painted Arabic numerals. Blued steel spade hands. M. Oval, rhodium-plated, fausses cotes decoration, 19 jewels, lever escapement, cut bimetallic balance with gold screws, 8 adjustments, flat balance spring. Dial signed Cartier, movement signed European Watch and Clock Co. Dim. 14 x 28 mm. Approximate length 180 mm and adjustable.
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AA |
Very good |
Case: 3-30 |
Good Alterations |
Movement: 3* |
Good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 3-16-17-01 |
Good Rusted Slightly spotted HANDS Original |