Important Modern & Vintage Timepieces
Hong - Kong, Oct 09, 2010
LOT 146
Imhof, retailed by Bucherer, Swiss, No. 1564958, Ref. 70 408. Made circa 1960. A fine and rare 8 day going brass desk clock in the shape of a globe. To be sold without reserve
HKD 7,500 - 15,000
USD 1,000 - 2,000 / EUR 750 - 1,500
Sold: HKD 22,500
C. Brass circular base decorated with a star representing the cardinal points, surmounted by a globe representing the world , surrounded by a brass helm inspired rim with applied zodiac signs. D. Silver, applied Arabic and dot indexes. M. Cal. 244, 15 jewels, straight-line lever escapement, monometallic balance, flat balance spring. Dial signed, case numbered. Diam. 15. 5 cm, height 13 cm.
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AA |
Very good |
Case: 3-10 |
Good Patinated |
Movement: 3* |
Good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 2-01 |
Very good HANDS Original |