Exceptional horologic works of art

Hotel Noga Hilton, Geneva, Oct 11, 2003

LOT 40

"BS" (probably Bunbek), German, circa 1630. Very fine and rare rock crystal and gilt metal small pre- balance spring, single-hand lady's pendant watch.

CHF 25,000 - 35,000

EUR 16,500 - 23,000

Sold: CHF 18,400

C. Two-body, octagonal, back and cover made of faceted rock crystal (later), en suite bezel fitted into a gilt brass frame, round pendant, loose ring, small finial. D. Gilt brass with applied silver radial Roman chapter ring. Steel "arrow" hand. M. Oval, 25 x 19 mm, gilt brass full plate, cylindrical baluster pillars, short train, verge escapement, steel circular foliot, small irregular cock.Signed on the movement.Dim. 48 x 25 mm.


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Grading System
Grade: AA

Very good

Case: 2 - 22
Movement: 3 - 22*
Dial: 3 - 01