The Art of American Horology Part ll,...
Roosevelt Hotel, Madison Avenue @ 45th Street, Dec 04, 2002
LOT 601
Otay Watch Co., Otay, California, No. 1339, circa 1891.Fine and rare, 14 K gold, hunting-cased, keyless watch.
USD 3,500 - 4,500
C. Four body, "drum-type", triple-hinged, both covers engraved with floral and foliate decoration, centered by a bird, gold hinged cuvette engine-turned inside. D. White enamel with painted Roman numerals, outer minute ring, recessed subsidiary seconds. Blued steel "Spade" hands. M. 18 size, gilt, full plate, 15 jewels, straight line lever escapement, cut bimetallic compensation balance with screws, blued steel flat balance-spring, Otay regulator, safety pinion, lever-set.Signed on dial and movement.Diam. 54 mm.
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AA |
Very good |
Case: 2 |
Very good |
Movement: 2* |
Very good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 2 - 01 |