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The Ritz-carlton Hotel, Jun 06, 2004

LOT 344

A La Valeur French, circa 1806. Fine and rare silver center-seconds commemorative watch with days of the week and date.

HKD 15,000 - 20,000

EUR 1,600 - 2,000 / USD 2,000 - 2,500

C. Three-body, ?Empire?, back chased with military trophies with inscription ?L?ARMEE FRANCAISE A JENA EN 1806 A VENGE ROSBACH DE 1757?, the band also with military trophies and ?A LA VALEUR?. D. White enamel with eccentric dial set in the lower part with blue scalloped edge frame, subsidiary date dial at 11, and days of the week at 1. Brass hands. M. 45 mm (20???), frosted gilt full-plate with cylindrical pillars, fusee and chain, verge escapement brass balance with flat balance spring, continental cock.Diam. 51 mm.


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Grading System
Grade: A

Good

Case: 3

Good

Movement: 3*

Good

Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense

Dial: 3 - 28 - 01