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New York, Omni Berkshire Place Hotel, Jun 20, 1998

LOT 26

Swiss, circa 1900. Amusing chromium plated keyless gambler watch.

USD 1,400 - 1,600

Sold: USD 1,725

C. Three body, "bassine et filets", polished. Hinged cuvette. D. Pale green enamel with playing cards in place of chapters and sunk subsidiary seconds. Polished-steel "fuseau" hands. M. 18"' , gilt brass straight line lever escapement, monometallic balance, flat balance spring. Diam. 50 mm.


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Grading System
Grade: A

Good

Case: 10

Patinated

Movement: 5*

Poor

Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense

Dial: 31-51

Transformations

Partially reprinted