Only Online Auction
Geneva, Apr 07, 2021
LOT 245
Unsigned, probably the Horological School of Cluses (Haute-Savoie)
Demonstration model of an unusual pivoted detent escapement; gilded brass, wood and glass
CHF 2,500 - 5,000
EUR 2,300 - 4,600 / USD 2,700 - 5,400 / HKD 21,000 - 41,900
Sold: CHF 3,250
Gilded brass, key-winding, demonstration model of an unusual pivoted detent escapement, with monometallic balance and cylindrical hairspring; on a wooden base; under protective glass dome.
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AA |
Very good |
Case: 3 |
Good |
Movement: 3* |
Good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Brand Horological School , France
Year circa 1900
Movement No. unnumbered
Case No. unnumbered
Material gilded brass, wood and glass
Length 172 mm.
Caliber unusual pivoted detent escapement
Dimensions (including glass dome)
Height 175 mm.
Width 177 mm.
Weight 2 100 gr. (approx.)
Accessories steel winding-key
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