Important Modern & Vintage Timepieces
New York, Oct 08, 2016
LOT 9
JAEGER-LECOULTRE REF 486 DRAGONFLY CLOCK Jaeger-LeCoultre, Swiss, Ref. 486, Made circa 1960. Fine and rare, brass and Lucite, 8-day going desk clock.
USD 1,000 - 2,000
HKD 7,800 - 15,500 / CHF 1,000 - 2,000TO BE SOLD WITHOUT RESERVE
Sold: USD 1,250
Rectangular, Lucite panel, black background with gilt insets of a dragonfly, brass bolt at each corner, stepped gilt brass base. Inset within the case, applied gilt faceted hour indexes. Brass dauphine hands. Gilt-brass with linear wheel train, 15 jewels, straight-line lever escapement, monometallic balance, self-compensating flat balance spring.
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: A |
Good |
Case: 3-6 |
Good Slightly oxidized |
Movement: 3* |
Good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 2-01 |
Very good HANDS Original |
Notes
Case and dial signed. HEIGHT 16 cm.,
WIDTH 21 cm., DEPTH 4.5 cm.
To be sold without reserve