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Hotel Richemond, Geneva, Oct 13, 2001
LOT 609
David Keys, 91 Piccadilly, London - Watchmaker Chronometer Maker to the Admiralty, No. 6161, with Chester hallmarks for 1901.Fine 18K gold keyless watch with Bonniksen patented 52 1/2 minutes Karrusel regulator.
CHF 10,000 - 15,000
USD 6,000 - 9,000
C. Three-body, massive, "bassine et filets", polished, the back engraved with the monogram "ACG". Hinged gold cuvette. D. White enamel with Roman numerals and sunk subsidiary seconds. Blued steel "spade" hands.M. 45 mm, frosted and gilt, three-quarter plate, 15 jewels, pointed tooth lateral lever escapement, cut bimetallic compensation balance, freesprung balance-spring with terminal curve, diamond endstone,. Bonniksen 52 1/2 minute Karrusel regulator.Signed on the back plate, Bonniksen patent mark on the pillar plate.Diam. 54 mm.
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AAA |
Excellent |
Case: 3 |
Good |
Movement: 3* |
Good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 3 - 01 |