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Noga Hilton, Geneva, Jun 14, 2003
LOT 201
Father Time and Youth. Unsigned, Swiss, circa 1820. Fine and rare 18K gold striking Jacks automaton quarter-repeating watch.
CHF 4,000 - 6,000
EUR 2,700 - 4,000 / USD 3,100 - 4,700
Sold: CHF 8,050
C. Four-body, "Empire", polished, fluted band, gilt hinged cuvette. D. Small white enamel set below with Breguet numerals and outer minute track. Gold "ogival" hands. Whole set on gold engine turned plate with automated gold and silver Jacks - Father Time striking the hours and a youth joining him to strike the quarters. M. 50 mm. (22'''), frosted gilt full plate, fusee and chain, verge escapement, three-arm brass balance, flat balance spring, repeating on gongs by depressing the pendant, doublcrescent gilt brass cock.Diam. 55 mm.
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AA |
Very good |
Case: 3 |
Good |
Movement: 3* |
Good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 3 - 01 |