Important Modern and Vintage Timepieces
Hong Kong, Feb 26, 2012
LOT 11
IMEXAL WORLD TIME GLOBE DESK ALARM CLOCK Imexal. Made circa 1960. Fine and rare, gilt-brass, world-time, 8-day going desk clock with alarm. To be sold without reserve
HKD 8,000 - 13,000
USD 1,000 - 1,700 / EUR 800 - 1,300
Sold: HKD 10,000
C. Gilt-brass axis supporting the globe painted with an map of the world, around the equator a gilt brass band engraved with the names of 24 world locations, outer ring with blue 24-hour numerals. D. Silver with dart and Arabic indexes, mounted within the globe. Luminous alpha hands. M. Cal.51, rhodium plated, 15 jewels, straight-line lever escapement, monometallic balance, blued steel balance spring, index regulator. Dial and movement signed. Dim. 21.5 x 14 cm.
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AA |
Very good |
Case: 3-12 |
Good Worn |
Movement: 3* |
Good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 2-01 |
Very good HANDS Original |