Important Modern and Vintage Timepieces
Hong Kong, Oct 23, 2011
LOT 167
WILLIAM COMYNS, SILVER DESK TIMEPIECE William Comyns, Swiss movement, English silver hallmarks for 1899, case stamped with casemaker's mark W.C. Fine, keyless, 8-day going desk timepiece in solid silver case with carry handle. To be sold without reserve
HKD 10,000 - 15,000
USD 1,300 - 2,000 / EUR 900 - 1,500
Sold: HKD 8,750
C. Rectangular, polished, side, top and rear panels decorated with winged cherubs, hinged back door, bun feet, hinged scroll handle. D. Circular white enamel with radial Roman numerals, outer minute track. Blued steel spade hands. M. Rectangular gilt brass plates, plain pillars, going barrel, straight-line lever escapement, bimetallic balance, blued steel fl at balance spring, index regulator. Dim. 12 cm x 7.7 cm x 6.5 cm. excluding handle.
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: A |
Good |
Case: 3 |
Good |
Movement: 3-60* |
Good Plating slightly deteriorated Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 3-01 |
Good HANDS Original |