Important Modern & Vintage Timepieces
Geneva, Nov 08, 2014
CARTIER BLACK ONYX, GOLD & DIAMOND DESK CLOCK Cartier, Paris, No. 713/1212, the movement by the European Watch & Clock Co., Inc., France, No. 166633. Made circa 1920. Fine and rare, domed black onyx, gold and enamel, rose-cut diamond-set and gilt-brass, 8-day going strut desk clock.
Rectangular arch-top, black onyx, a rose-cut diamond in platinum "sun" setting at each of the lower corners, gilt- brass clock case with hinged strut. Yellow gold chapter ring with polished radial Roman numerals and rosette half-hour markers on a light blue champlevé enamel ground, outer engraved border, matte silver center with sunray engine-turning. Yellow gold star and fleur-de-lys hands. 19''', rhodium plated, 15 jewels, straight line lever escapement, cut bimetallic compensation balance, blued steel Breguet balance spring, index regulator.
Grading System | |
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Grade: AAA |
Excellent |
Case: 2 |
Very good |
Movement: 3* |
Good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 2-24-01 |
Very good Slightly chipped HANDS Original |