Important Modern and Vintage Timepieces
New York, Apr 25, 2012
LOT 362
BOUQUET MADE FOR THE CHINESE MARKET Swiss, No. 117. Made for the Chinese market, circa 1860. Fine, large silver gilt and painted on enamel pocket watch set with pearls and with independent seconds. Accompanied by a box.
USD 8,000 - 12,000
EUR 6,000 - 9,000
Sold: USD 27,500
C. Three-body, the back hand painted with a multicolor fl oral decoration on a blue enamel background, the bezel and bow set with pearls. D. White enamel with radial Roman numerals, outer minute divisions. Blued steel clover hands. M. 51 mm., gilt Chinese caliber, fully engraved, standing barrel, duplex escapement, counterpoised steel three-arm balance, fl at hairspring, independent seconds, index regulator. Diam. 55 mm
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AAA |
Excellent |
Case: 3 |
Good |
Movement: 3* |
Good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 2-01 |
Very good HANDS Original |