Thematic Auction in Geneva:The Evolut...
Hotel Noga Hilton, Geneva, Nov 16, 2002
LOT 77
Hamilton Watch Co., Lancaster, Pa., "Piping Rock", No. 644211. Produced in the 1950's.Fine tonneau-shaped 14K yellow gold and black enamel gentleman's wristwatch.
CHF 1,500 - 2,200
EUR 1,000 - 1,500
Sold: CHF 1,725
C. two-body, solid, polished, black "champlevé" enamel bezel with painted gold radial Roman numerals, mobile lugs. D. matte silver with painted indexes, auxiliary seconds dial. "Scottie" blued steel hands. M. Cal. 747, rhodium-plated, "fausses-côtes" decoration, 17 jewels, lever escapement, monometallic balance, self-compensating Breguet balance spring.Dial, case, and movement signed.Dim. 28 x 42 mm.
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Case: 3 |
Good |
Movement: 3* |
Good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 3 - 5 - 01 |
Notes
Hamilton Electric. Production started in 1957. (next three lots)This electrical system was patented by Hamilton in the USA in 1954, in England in 1955 and produced since 1957.