Important Watches, Wristwatches and C...
Geneva, Hotel Des Bergues, Apr 18, 1998
LOT 473
Hebdomas, Swiss Patent 88 No.2, circa 1900. Fine and rare small 18K gold, keyless eight clay going, fob watch with visible balance.
CHF 1,800 - 2,200
C. Three body, massive, "bassine et filets", polished. D. Eccentric white enamel with Roman numerals, flanked by gilt branches of foliage, balance aperture below. Gold "spade" hands. M. nickel plated inverted with the large barrel on the back, 15 jewels, straight line lever escapement, cut bimetallic balance visible below the dial, Breguet balance spring. Diam. 28 mm.
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AA |
Very good |
Case: 14-35 |
Damaged To be restored |
Movement: 2 |
Very good |
Dial: 24-51 |
Slightly chipped Partially reprinted |
Notes
Very popular at the biginning of the 20th century, Hebdomas
watches were usually made in gun metal, silvered metal, gilt
metal, or silver, few were also made of gold. They were normally
produced with 18"' movement. This watch, made in 18K gold is
apparently the smallest known to exist.