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Hotel Richemond, Geneva, Oct 13, 2001
LOT 476
Markwick Markham-Perigal, London, No. 166, made for the Islamic market, circa 1780.Fine gilt silver triple-cased watch.
CHF 2,000 - 3,000
USD 1,200 - 1,800
Sold: CHF 2,300
C. Outer: double body, tortoiseshell-covered with silver piqué work on the edge, middle: two-body, polished, inner: double-body, bassine with deep back part. D. White enamel with Islamic markers, outer minute divisions with five-minute Islamic markers. Blued steel "Breguet" hands. M. 41 mm, hinged, gilt full plate with pierced pillars, fusee and chain, verge escapement, plain steel balance with flat balance-spring, single-footed cock.Signed on dial and movement.Diam. 73 mm.
| Grading System | |
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Grade: A |
Good |
Case: 3 - 14 |
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Movement: 3* |
Good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 3 - 11 - 03 |
Notes
For note on Markwick Markham, see lot no. 603.