The Magical Art of Cartier
Geneva, Nov 19, 1996
LOT 92
"Montre de poche Empire", platinum, keyless minute repeating dress watch Paris, 1912
CHF 22,000 - 24,000
USD 18,000 - 20,000
Sold: CHF 25,300
"Empire" platinum polished case the back engraved with a trianguler design, silver engineturned dial with Roman numerals, small inner Arabie chapter ring for hours from "13" to "24" and blued steel "spade" hands. Rhodium plated, 17"' movement, 29 jewels, straight line lever escapement, cut bimetallic balance, Breguet balance spring. Minute repeating on gongs with slide in the band. Measuring approx. 49 mm. in diam. Accompanied by original fitted leather box. Cartier Certificate of Authenticity N° 2092.
