The Private Collection of Theodor Beyer
Hotel Baur Au Lac, Zurich, Nov 16, 2003
LOT 28
J. Faver, London, No. 1654, circa 1760. Very fine and important 20K gold and agate watch, made for the Dutch market.
CHF 15,000 - 20,000
EUR 9,800 - 20,000 / USD 11,000 - 15,000
C. Double-body, the front entirely pierced, chased and repoussé bezel and back set with agate, the back with a very fine agate body separated by gold floral swags and rococo scrolls. D. White enamel with radial Roman numerals, outer arcaded minute ring and Arabic five minutes. Gold "Louis" hands. M. 21 mm, gilt brass full plate with square baluster pillars, fusee and chain, later converted lever escapment, plain steel three-arm balance, flat balance spring, gilt brass one-footed English cock pierced and engraved with asymmetrical foliage.Movement signed.Diam. 48 mm.
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AA |
Very good |
Case: 3-14-22 |
Good Damaged Later original |
Movement: 3* |
Good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 3-02 |
Good HANDS Service hands |