Important Modern and Vintage Timepieces

New York, Apr 10, 2013

LOT 357

JAMES RITCHIE & SON POCKET WATCH YELLOW GOLD James Ritchie & Son, Edinburgh, No. 88211, with London hallmarks. Made circa 1855. Rare 18K yellow gold watch. Accompanied by an associated 18K yellow gold chain and steel key.

USD 1,500 - 2,500

HKD 11,500 - 19,000 / CHF 1,400 - 2,400

C. Four body, polished, hinged movement, reeded case band. Dedication on the cuvette. D. Gold with applied pink gold radial stylized Roman numerals, the center with floral decoration in pink and green gold, pink gold outer minute track. Blued steel trident. M. 35mm, gilt full plate, engraved balance cock, three arm steel balance, index regulator. Signed on the movement. DIAM. 43 mm.


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Grading System
Grade: AA

Very good
Case: 3

Good
Movement: 3*

Good

Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense
Dial: 3-01

Good

HANDS Original

Notes

The engraving on the cuvette reads ?Presented to Margaret Ritchie By her Father November 1855,? and given the unusual name of the watchmaker, it is safe to assume that this watch was made by James Ritchie and given to his daughter