Important Watches, Collector's Wristw...

The Ritz-carlton Hotel, Jun 06, 2004

LOT 87

James McCabe, London, No. 3724, circa 1790. Fine 18K gold and enamel, pearl-set watch.

HKD 25,000 - 35,000

EUR 2,600 - 3,700 / USD 3,200 - 4,500

C. two-body, back with translucent Imperial blue enamel over elaborate engine-turning, pearl-set bezels. D. white enamel, radial Roman numerals, outer minute divisions, winding aperture at 4. Gold ?spade? hands. M. 37 mm, hinged, frosted gilt full-plate with cylindrical pillars, fusee and chain, lateral lever escapement, steel balance with flat balance spring, single-footed cock with diamond endstone.Signed on the movement.Diam. 53 mm.


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Grading System
Grade: A

Good

Case: 3-40

Good

Slightly repolished

Movement: 3-15*

Good

Slightly rusted

Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense

Dial: 3-40-01

Good

HANDS Original