Important Modern & Vintage Timepieces

Geneva, May 13, 2012

LOT 454

CARTIER MONTRE DE POCHE EN CRISTAL DE ROCHE Cartier, No. 2455, the movement by European Watch and Clock Co., Inc. Made circa 1920. Very fine and rare, platinum and rock crystal skeletonized keyless dress watch.

CHF 30,000 - 50,000

USD 33,000 - 55,000 / EUR 25,000 - 40,000

Sold: CHF 51,250

C. Rock crystal case with faceted border on the back, platinum band and triangular bow, cabochon sapphire-set winding crown. D. Skeletonised platinum radial Roman numerals, skeletonized center with matte silvered minute ring on the border. Blued steel Breguet hands. M. 10"', rhodium plated, 19 jewels, straight line lever escapement, cut bimetallic compensation balance, blued steel fl at balance spring, index regulator. Case signed Cartier and punched ?EJ?, movement signed European Watch. Diam. 44.5 mm.


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Grading System
Grade: AAA

Excellent

Case: 2

Very good

Movement: 3*

Good

Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense

Dial: 2-01

Very good

HANDS Original