Important Modern and Vintage Timepieces
New York, Apr 10, 2013
LOT 319
BLANCPAIN REF. 4343 AQUA LUNG STEEL Blancpain, Aqua Lung, 1000 feet, Made circa 1958. Fine and rare, center seconds, self-winding, water-resistant, stainless steel wristwatch.
USD 5,000 - 7,000
HKD 39,000 - 54,000 / CHF 4,800 - 6,700
Sold: USD 10,000
C. Three-body, polished, screw-down case back, graduated bi-directional revolving black bezel. D. Black with luminous Arabic numerals and baton indexes, outer minute track. Luminous steel epee hands. M. Cal. 1700/01, rhodium-plated, 17 jewels, straight-line lever escapement, monometallic balance, shock absorber, blued steel flat balance spring. Dial, case and movement signed. DIAM. 41 mm. THICKNESS 14 mm.
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AAA |
Excellent |
Case: 3 |
Good |
Movement: 3* |
Good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 3-01 |
Good HANDS Original |