The Longitude at the Eve of the Third...
Geneva, Hotel Des Bergues, Oct 23, 1999
LOT 329
Swiss, circa 1780.Fine and unusual 18K gold watch with concealed erotic painted enamel scene.
CHF 5,000 - 6,000
Sold: CHF 5,750
C. Three body, Louis XVI, polished, the back disclosing a painted enamel panel on a concealed compartment, depicting a young couple working for posterity. D. White enamel with Roman numerals and outer Arabic minute ring. Gold Louis XVI hands.M. Hinged gilt brass full plate with conical pillars, fusee with chain, verge escapement, plain brass three-arm balance, gilt brass continental cock with polished steel end-piece.Diam. 38 mm.
| Grading System | |
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Grade: AAA |
Excellent |
Case: 4 |
Fair |
Movement: * 4 |
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Dial: 4-6-12-01 |
Fair Slightly oxidized Worn HANDS Original |