Important Modern and Vintage Timepieces
New York, Sep 14, 2011
LOT 56
CYMA FOR HERMÈS SILVER BELT BUCKLE WATCH Cyma, Swiss, retailed by Hermès, No. 541193, case No. 0125968, Ref. 676. Made in the 1930's. Fine and unusual, square, sterling silver and niello belt buckle watch with concealed dial.
USD 2,500 - 3,500
CHF 2,000 - 2,700 / EUR 1,800 - 2,500
Sold: USD 4,000
C. Four-body, buckle with niello line decoration, release button to open the hinged watch case to view the time, hooded belt lugs. D. Matte silver with painted Arabic numerals, inner minute track, subsidiary seconds dial. Blued steel Breguet hands. M. Cal. 10 1/2''', rhodium-plated, 15 jewels, straight-line lever escapement, monometallic balance, self-compensating fl at balance spring, index regulator. Dial and movement signed, case numbered. Dim. 57.5 x 29 mm
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AA |
Very good |
Case: 3 |
Good |
Movement: 3* |
Good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 3-6-01 |
Good Slightly oxidized HANDS Original |