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Hong Kong, Jun 08, 2001
LOT 485
Unsigned, Swiss, circa 1825.Fine 18K gold quarter-repeating watch with automaton Jacks.
HKD 35,000 - 47,000
USD 4,500 - 6,000
Sold: HKD 50,600
C. Three-body, ?Empire?, polished back, reeded band with a bolt to block the repeater. Spring-loaded gilded cuvette. D. White enamel ring with Breguet hour numerals and outer minute divisions, glazed center disclosing two multicolored gold and silver putti standing on two horns-of-plenty, striking the hours and quarters on two bells, a third one sitting below, points towards a quiver with Love arrows. M. Gilt brass full plate with cylindrical pillars, fusee with chain, verge escapement, plain brss three-arm balance with flat balance spring. Gilt brass continental cock with stone steel end-piece. Repeating on gongs by depressing the pendant.Diam. 55 mm.
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Grade: AA |
Very good |
Case: 3 - 21 |
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Movement: 3* |
Good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 3 - 01 |