Important Modern & Vintage Timepieces

Hong Kong, Oct 26, 2013

LOT 114

JAEGER LECOULTRE REF. 556 DESK CLOCK Jaeger-Le Coultre, Swiss, N o. 556, circa 1960. Fine, gilt brass eight-day going skeletonized desk clock

HKD 7,000 - 10,000

USD 900 - 1,300 / CHF 850 - 1,200

Sold: HKD 11,250

Oval, gilt brass bezel. Transparent gilt brass "bâton" hands. Skeletonized, train running in straight line in small two bar frame, straight line lever escapement, monometallic balance with self-compensating flat balance spring.


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Grading System
Grade: A

Good

Case: 3-11

Good

Slightly worn

Movement: 3*

Good

Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense

Dial: 01

HANDS Original

Notes

Signed and numbered on the case. HEIGHT 140mm.