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Geneva, Hotel Des Bergues, Apr 22, 1995
LOT 33
Roskopf Patent, circa 1900. Rare and fine 18 ct. gold keyless watch.
CHF 2,400 - 2,800
USD 2,000 - 2,200
Sold: CHF 2,530
C. Four body, massive, "bassine et filets", entirely engraved with a floral and foliage decoration. Gold cuvette engraved with a decoration matching that of the case. D. White enamel with Roman numerals and outer red Arabic minute ring. Gilt brass "Louis XV" hands. M. 18"', nickel plated, three quarter plate, 12 jewels, typical Roskopf patented pin-pallet lever escapement, cut bimetallic balance, Breguet balance spring. Signed on the dial. Roskopf patent trade mark on the case, cuvette and movement. In very good condition. Diam. 52 mm.
Notes
Very fine example of a Roskopf watch, almost
never made in gold case. Being jewelled, the
movement of this watch is of far better quality
than most of Roskopf movements.