Important Collectors' Wristwatches, P...

New York, Jun 11, 2009

LOT 31

Lady?s Yellow Gold Nugget Arthur King, Incabloc. Made in 1968. Fine, rare and unusual, 18K yellow gold lady?s nugget wristwatch with an 18K yellow gold nugget link bracelet and clasp.

USD 2,500 - 3,500

EUR 1,900 - 2,600 / CHF 2,800 - 4,000

C. Two-body, solid, bezel decorated in gold nugget fashion continuing the bracelet design, case back with Florentine finish, inside clasp engraving: To Mother ? Love ? 5-24-68. D. Champagne linen with engraved quarters and printed indexes. Yellow gold baton hands. M. Cal. 5 ¼???, rhodium-plated, 15 jewels, straight-line lever escapement, monometallic balance, shock absorber, self-compensating flat balance spring. Dial signed. Dim. 24 x 42 mm. Thickness 8 mm. Approx. overall length 150 mm.


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Grading System
Grade: A

Good
Case: 3

Good
Movement: 3*

Good

Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense
Dial: 3-01

Good

HANDS Original

Notes

A native New-Yorker, Arthur King was a selftaught artist who learned his craft while serving the Navy during the second World War, working with scrap metal. He was so talented that upon his return he began designing fine objects, jewelery and timepieces. He quickly gained popularity, building a clientele that ranged from the general public to the stars. Lena Horne helped him open his first store on 59th Street. His success was confirmed when he opened another 18 locations internationally including a shop in London, at Fortnum and Mason. At the height of his career he moved into a new lavish showroom at 619 Madison Avenue that featured unusual showcases that complemented and highlighted his designs.