Important Modern & Vintage Timepieces
Geneva, May 13, 2012
LOT 368
TAVERNIER CALENDAR & MOON PHASE KEY Et(ienne) Tavernier, Paris. Made circa 1800. Fine and very rare, 18K gold, mechanical calendar key with moon phase and lunar calendar.
CHF 9,000 - 14,000
USD 10,000 - 15,000 / EUR 7,500 - 11,000
C. Three-body, "Empire", polished band, glazed on one side, swivel loop. D. White enamel on the front with day of the week (in grey) and date indications. Blued steel hands. Back with gold plate, moon phase aperture, fi nely enameled moon disc with gold paillon stars, age of the moon engraved on the border. M. All the functions advance by depressing a small lever protruding from the band each time the key is inserted in the winding square. Dial signed. Diam. 24 mm.
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AA |
Very good |
Case: 2 |
Very good |
Movement: 3* |
Good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 2-01 |
Very good HANDS Original |