Important Modern and Vintage Timepieces
New York, Sep 14, 2011
LOT 212
J.E.CALDWELL - "SURETÉ" Swiss, for J.E. Caldwell & Co., Philadelphia, circa 1920. Fine 14K gold and enamel keyless watch.
USD 2,500 - 3,500
CHF 2,000 - 2,700 / EUR 1,800 - 2,500
C. Three-body, the back with Royal Blue enamel stripes, engraved fl oral border and an engraved fl oral and bow motif around the monogram ?JHM.? D. Silvered with radial Roman numerals and outer minute track. Blued steel spade hands. M. Set within a metal ring, 24 mm, 9 jewels set within gold screwed chatons, straight line lever escapement, cut monometallic balance, Breguet balance spring, index regulator. Dial signed, the movement with Swiss patent numbers and US Patent dates. Diam. 46 mm.
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AA |
Very good |
Case: 2 |
Very good |
Movement: 3* |
Good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 2-53-01 |
Very good Reprinted HANDS Original |