The Collection of a European Nobleman

Geneva, May 11, 2008

LOT 1

Swatch Trésor Magique Swatch, "Platinum", No. 05179. Made in a limited edition of 12,999 examples in 1993. Fine and unusual, tonneau-shaped, center seconds, self-winding, water-resistant, platinum wristwatch with a stainless steel Swatch buckle. To be sold without reserve

CHF 1,000 - 2,000

EUR 650 - 1,300 / USD 1,000 - 2,000

Sold: CHF 2,280

C. Two-body, solid, polished, transparent case back, hooded lugs. D. Bicolor gold and blue, skeletonized in the center, outer dark blue ring dial with painted fancy Roman numerals, concentric, gold ring dial with stars, the sun and sun rays. Yellow gold alpha hands. M. Cal. ETA 2840 P, rhodium-plated, 23 jewels, straight-line lever escapement, monometallic balance, shock absorber, selfcompensating flat balance spring, micrometer regulator. Dial and movement signed. Diam. 37 mm. Thickness 11 mm.


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Grading System
Grade: AA

Very good

Case: 3

Good

Movement: 3*

Good

Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense

Dial: 1-01

As new

HANDS Original

Notes

The "Trésor Magique" was the only precious metal watch to be made by Swatch. The case is made from 24.7 grams of platinum.