Important Jewelry, Watches and Wristw...
Hong Kong, Furama Hotel, Jun 07, 1999
LOT 293
Arnold - Charles Frodsham, 81 Strand, London, No. 8157, with London hallmarks for 1856. Fine and unusual 18K gold hunting cased early keyless watch with special escapement.
HKD 15,000 - 18,000
USD 2,200 - 2,600
C. Double body, massive, "demi-bassine et filets " , engine-turned with reeded band. D. White enamel with Roman numerals and sunk subsidiary seconds on chapter "IX". Blued steel "spade " hands. M. 19"', frosted and gilt, three-quarter plate, 13 jewels, single wheel duplex escapement with steel escape wheel, cut bimetallic balance, flat balance spring. Early form of stem winding. Signed on the dial and back plate. Diam. 49 mm.
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AAA |
Excellent |
Case: 4-14 |
Fair Damaged |
Movement: *4-5 |
Fair Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense Poor |
Dial: 3-01 |
Good HANDS Original |