The Art of Horology in Geneva

Geneva, Hotel Des Bergues, Nov 13, 1999

LOT 184

Tempor Watch Co., Geneva, made by G. Schwab-Loeillet, circa 1940.Fine silver triangular keyless Masonic watch,Swiss patent No. 25265, .

CHF 3,000 - 3,500

C. Double body, triangular, the bezel chased with the Union Chain with letters "G" "J" and " B" at each corner, the band with different Masonic symbols, the back with the Masonic Temple and different symbols. D. White enamel with painted Masonic symbols in place of numerals and with the inscription: Aime ton semblable, tends lui une main secourable. Blued steel "modern" hands. M. Glazed, 12''', rhodium plated,15 jewels, straight line lever escapement, monometallic balance, self compensating balance spring.Signed on the case.Dim. 52 x 53 mm.


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Grading System
Grade: AAA

Excellent
Case: 3

Good
Movement: * 4 - 5
Dial: 3 - 01

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Tempor Watch M. F. G. & Co., Grimme & Co.Watchmakers, established rue Charponnière, 3, they bought in 1908 the Charles Funk's patent: a circle permitting to fit a Swiss movement in an American watch case. They created silver and gold watches with round or triangular movements, made for French freemasonry. In 1924, the company was established rue du Mont-Blanc, 22, when it took the financial control of the Schwab G. & Loeillet company.These last two watchmakers, of the end of the 19th century, were first established at Eaux-Vives, in Geneva before setting up rue du Mont-Blanc, 22. They registered the trademark Loeillet Watch on October 1, 1915, under the No. 37339. They were also specialized in watches for the freemasonry, creating 8-day reserve, triangular or round, silver, nickel and gold watches with classical movements containing 15 or 17 jewels.