Important Modern & Vintage Timepieces

New York, Apr 09, 2014

LOT 167

JAEGER-LECOULTRE, REF. 488, "MARINA" Jaeger-LeCoultre, Swiss, Ref. 488, Made circa 1960. Fine and rare, brass and Lucite, 8-day going desk clock.

USD 1,000 - 2,000

HKD 8,000 - 15,000 / CHF 900 - 1,800

TO BE SOLD WITHOUT RESERVE

Sold: USD 1,875

Rectangular Lucite mounted within a gilt brass tubular frame held by brass screws mounted on a stepped rectangular brass base. Frosted Lucite with off-center brass disc surrounded by gilt brass faceted applied dart indexes. Three dimensional artwork by "Marina" depicting a Chinese fishing vessel and landscape. Polished brass dauphine hands. Cal. 43 mm. rhodium-plated, straight-line lever escapement, monometallic balance, self-compensating flat balance spring, index regulator.


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Grading System
Grade: A

Good
Case: 3

Good
Movement: 3*

Good

Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense
Dial: 2-01

Very good

HANDS Original

Notes

Case, dial and movement signed. HEIGHT 200 mm. WIDTH 175 mm. DEPTH 45 mm. To be sold without reserve