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The Ritz-carlton Hotel, Jun 06, 2004
LOT 262
Philip, Passage Choiseul 16 & 18 (Paris), circa 1850. Very fine 18K gold and enamel, diamond-set folding lorgnon with concealed watch, accompanied by a long gold chain.
HKD 80,000 - 100,000
EUR 8,500 - 11,000 / USD 10,000 - 13,000
Sold: HKD 97,750
C. Spring-loaded front cover in translucent imperial blue enamel over engine-turning set with diamond-set bouquet of flowers, handle and back engraved with foliate and scrolling pattern, loose gold oval suspension ring, small pushbutton in handle releasing lorgnon, another releases the watch cover. D. White enamel, Roman numerals, outer minute divisions. Blued steel ?Spade? hands, mounted in a polished gold plate with winding, setting and regulating apertures. M. 20 x 34 mm, (9 x15???) rectangular with one side rounded, bar caliber, hanging barrel, cylinder escapement, three-arm gilt balance with flat balance spring.Signed on the dial plate.Dim. Length 84 x 21 x 12 mm.
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AAA |
Excellent |
Case: 3 |
Good |
Movement: 3* |
Good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 3 - 01 |