Important Modern and Vintage Timepieces
New York, Sep 14, 2011
LOT 76
CARTIER - WHITE GOLD & DIAMONDS Cartier, Paris, case No. 1359706, Ref. 17009-22. Made in the late 1960?s. Fine and rare, unusual, 18K white gold diamond-set abstract design wristwatch with back winder. Movement and dial mounted within a crystal.
USD 12,000 - 17,000
CHF 9,200 - 13,000 / EUR 8,500 - 12,000
Sold: USD 12,500
C. Two-body, solid, polished and brushed, straight hooded lugs, bezel set with 29 round diamonds and white gold nuggets, transparent case back with four screws, back winder. D. White gold nuggets. Black baton hands. M. Cal. 6.5???, rhodium-plated, straight-line lever escapement, monometallic balance with timing screws, blued steel fl at balance spring, index regulator. Dial and case signed Cartier, movement signed Jaeger LeCoultre. Dim. 37 mm. Thickness 6 mm.
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AA |
Very good |
Case: 3 |
Good |
Movement: 3* |
Good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 3-01 |
Good HANDS Original |