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Hong Kong, Furama Hotel, Jun 07, 1999

LOT 481

Swiss, circa 1780. Fine and unusual 18K gold watch with concealed erotic painted enamel scene.

HKD 35,000 - 42,000

USD 5,000 - 6,000

C. Three body, Louis XVI, polished, the back chased with a country girl feeding rabbits, disclosing a painted enamel panel on a concealed compartment, depicting a young couple working for posterity. D. White enamel with Roman numerals and outer Arabic minute ring. Gold Louis XVI hands. M. Hinged gilt brass full plate with conical pillars, fusee with chain, verge escapement, plain brass threearm balance, gilt brass continental cock with polished steel end-piece. Diam. 39 mm.


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Grading System
Grade: AA

Very good

Case: 22

Later original

Movement: *4

Fair

Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense

Dial: 4-11-01

Fair

Slightly worn

HANDS Original