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Geneva, Hotel Des Bergues, Oct 15, 2000
LOT 361
James Hubert, London, 1213, English circa 1760.Very fine and rare gold bloodstone snuff box containing a watch.
CHF 45,000 - 55,000
USD 25,000 - 30,000
C. In form of an ink container, overlaid with gold repoussée floral scrollwork, the hinged base opening to reveal the snuff compartment, opening the hinged top reveals the watch. D. White enamel with Roman numerals and outer Arabic minutes, winding aperture at 3 o?clock. Blued-steel hands. M. Gilt-brass full-plate with baluster pillars. Fusee with chain, verge escapement with plain three-arm brass balance and flat spring with regulator. English pattern pierced with foliage and engraved with amask cock.Signed on the movement.Dim. 53 x 58 mm.
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AAA |
Excellent |
Case: 3 |
Good |
Movement: 3* |
Good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 4 - 23 - 01 |