Important Modern and Vintage Timepieces
Hog Kong, Feb 26, 2011
LOT 400
The cornucopia Swiss. Made circa 1910. Fine and unusual 18K gold, enamel and diamond keyless brooch watch in the form of a cornucopia.
HKD 40,000 - 55,000
USD 5,000 - 7,000 / EUR 4,000 - 5,500
Sold: HKD 87,500
C. Three-body, snap-on back with engraved monogramme of a lion holding a flag and the motto ?Nil Desperandum? textured cornucopia with diamond set rim and tip, floral decorated bezel with diamond highlights, floral decorated band, hinged winding crown, pin to the reverse. D. Enamel with black Breguet numerals and red 12, gilt outer minutes. Gold spade hands. M. Cal. 7??? (16 mm), rhodium plated, 18 jewels, straight-line lever escapement, cut bi-metallic balance, blued steel flat balance spring, index regulator. Unsigned Dim 51 mm x 29 mm.
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AA |
Very good |
Case: 3-25 |
Good Chipped |
Movement: 3* |
Good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 3-01 |
Good HANDS Original |