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Hotel Richemond, Geneva, Apr 13, 2002
LOT 464
Markwick Markham, London, No. 12875, hallmarked 1752-53. Very fine silver tortoise covered triple-cased large watch, made for the Islamic market.
CHF 7,000 - 9,000
EUR 4,800 - 6,200 / USD 4,200 - 5,300
C. Outer: two-body, covered with tortoise and riveted with silver studs forming scrolling pattern on the bezels, middle: two-body, polished, inner: two-body, ?bassine? with deep back, polished. D. White enamel, radial Islamic numerals, outer minute ring with five-minute Islamic figures. Blued steel beetle and poker hands. M. 53 mm., hinged, gilt brass full-plate with lyre-shaped pillars, fusee and chain, verge escapement, plain steel tree-arm balance, flat balance spring, single-footed cock pierced and engraved with stylized foliage. Signed on dial and movement. Diam. 80 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 |