Important Modern and Vintage Timepieces
New York, Dec 07, 2011
LOT 4
JAEGER LECOULTRE REF. 450 "VICTORIAN" Jaeger-LeCoultre, Ref. 450. Made in the 1960's. Fine and rare, Perspex, glass and gilt brass, 8-day going desk clock. To be sold without reserve
USD 2,500 - 3,500
CHF 2,200 - 3,000 / EUR 1,800 - 2,500
Sold: USD 4,500
C. Circular, gilt brass with Victorian motif on accents and base. D. Transparent, chapter ring with engraved Roman numerals. Gilt Cathedral hands. M. Baguette, skeletonized, 16 jewels, train running in straight line in small two bar frame, straight line lever escapement, monometallic balance with self-compensating Breguet balance spring. Dial signed. Height 19 cm.
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AA |
Very good |
Case: 2 |
Very good |
Movement: 2* |
Very good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 2-01 |
Very good HANDS Original |