Collector's Pocket Watches, Wristwatc...
Noga Hilton, Geneva, Apr 12, 2003
LOT 212
Unsigned, probably French, circa 1780.Very rare clock/watch glass cutting engine.
CHF 2,500 - 3,500
EUR 1,700 - 2,400 / USD 2,000 - 2,600
Wooden base with two feet fitted with a large brass disc forming bearing for turntable, very clever displacement mechanism, pivoted arm with bracket for diamond tool, brass rest post.Dim. Length 55 cm.
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A very rare tool with a very ingenious displacement mechanism.