Important Collector's Wristwatches, P...
New York, Sep 24, 2003
LOT 155
Monnier, Bienne, Swiss, No. 59658, made circa 1900. Rare, gun metal, musical watch with painted on enamel dial.
USD 4,500 - 5,500
EUR 4,000 - 5,000
Sold: USD 6,785
C. four-body, "bassine et filets", polished, glazed cuvette. D. rose enamel, eccentric Roman chapter with outer minute divisions set at the top, below painted musical trophies with foliate branches on each side. Gilt "Louis XV" hands.M. frosted gilt, cylinder escapement, three-arm brass balance with flat balance spring, cylinder musical movement with 31 vibrating blade comb, patented centrifugal governor.Punched with maker's mark inside back cover.Diam. 63 mmThe watch employs a rare and unusual musical
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AA |
Very good |
Case: 3 |
Good |
Movement: 3* |
Good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 3-01 |
Good HANDS Original |