Collector's Pocket Watches, Wristwatc...
Noga Hilton, Geneva, Apr 12, 2003
LOT 216
F. Maillefer, Ballaigues, circa 1840.Set of two brass lathe jewel piercing tools:
CHF 1,500 - 2,500
EUR 1,000 - 1,700 / USD 1,100 - 2,000
Sold: CHF 1,725
1. U-shaped head frame with adjustable front bearing, spindle terminated with dead-center chuck, steel T-rest with brass holder, brass tail stock, wooden base. Length 27 cm.2. U-shaped head frame, non-adjustable soft-metal bearing, spindle terminated with a simple post, steel T-rest with brass holder, wooden base.Signed on the base of No. 1.
