Important Collectors Wristwatches, P...
Geneva, Hotel Des Bergues, Oct 20, 1991
Henry Capt, Genève, No. 38471, circa 1870. Fine 18ct. gold and enamel, diamond set keyless fob watch.
C. Four body, massive, "demi-bassine" with scalloped edge, engraved band, the bezel and back decorated with black and blue translucent enamel, the reverse with a cherub musician ( surface scratches) encircled by small rose diamonds. Gold cuvette. D. White enamel with Roman numerals, outer blue Arabic minute ring. Gold "spade" hands. M. 11"' frosted and gilt, bar caliber, 12 jewels, cylinder escapement, plain balance, flat balance spring. Signed on the dial, case and movement. In good condition. Diam. 32 mm.