Important Modern and Vintage Timepieces
New York, Jun 08, 2011
LOT 198
CARTIER - Rond by Bueche-Girod Cartier, Swiss, case No. 69991, made in the 1970's by Bueche-Girod. Fine 18K yellow gold wristwatch with an 18K pink gold Cartier deployant clasp. To be sold without reserve
USD 1,500 - 2,000
CHF 1,300 - 1,700 / EUR 1,000 - 1,300
Sold: USD 1,750
C. Two-body, solid, polished, stepped bezel, Vendome lugs, snap-on case back. D. Silvered with painted radial Roman numerals. Blued steel épée hands. M. Rhodium-plated, 17 jewels, straight line lever escapement, monometallic balance, flat balance spring, index regulator. Dial signed Cartier, movement signed Bueche-Girod. Dim 29 x 34 mm. Thickness 6 mm. Property of a Private Collector
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AA |
Very good |
Case: 3 |
Good |
Movement: 3* |
Good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 3-01 |
Good HANDS Original |
Notes
Vendome lugs were first patented in 1933