Important Modern & Vintage Timepieces
Geneva, Nov 10, 2013
LOT 179
HAAS JEUNE - THE PARAKEETS B. Haas J.ne & Cie., 5, Quai du Mont Blanc, Geneve, No. 17558. Made circa 1890. Fine and elegant, 18K gold and enamel, keyless lady's pendant watch with detachable gold, pearl and Limoges-style enamel brooch. Accompanied by a fine gold-tooled morocco leather and beadwork period box.
CHF 8,000 - 12,000
HKD 66,000 - 100,000 / USD 8,500 - 13,000
Four-body, "bassine", engraved bezels and band, the front cover decorated with a fine painted on enamel and colored paillon scene of two parakeets amongst foliage, the back cover decorated with a flower spray. Hinged gold cuvette with engraved dedication. White enamel with radial Roman numerals, outer minute track and red five-minute numerals. Gold spade hands. 10''', frosted gilt, bar caliber, 8 jewels, cylinder escapement, plain three-arm balance, blued steel flat balance spring, index regulator. Case and cuvette signed.
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AA |
Very good |
Case: 3-8 |
Good Slightly scratched |
Movement: 3* |
Good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 3-24-01 |
Good Slightly chipped HANDS Original |