The Magical Art of Cartier
Geneva, Nov 19, 1996
LOT 96
"Montre de poche Empire", platinum sapphireset keyless dress watch Paris, 1912
CHF 7,000 - 8,000
USD 5,500 - 6,500
"Empire" platinum polished case with sapphireset band and bow, the engine-turned silver dial with Arabie numerals, sunk subsidiary seconds and blued steel "Breguet" hands. Rhodium plated, 16"' movement, 18 jewels, straight fine lever escapement, cut bimetallic balance, 8 adjustments, Breguet balance spring. Measuring approx. 46 mm. in diam. Cartier Certificate of Authenticity N° 2096.
