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Geneva, May 10, 2026

LOT 369

LS. GALLOPIN & CIE, SWITZERLAND, MONTRE DE TIR, MADE ESPECIALLY FOR THE 300TH ANNIVERSARY OF “L’ESCALADE” IN GENEVA, 18K YELLOW GOLD

CHF 1,000 - 2,000

HKD 10,000 - 19,900 / USD 1,300 - 2,600 / EUR 1,100 - 2,200 / JPY 202,000 - 404,000

Sold: CHF 1,750

A fine, small, 18k yellow gold, manual wind open-face, key-winding pocket watch. The back cover cast with “Post Tenebras Lux,” holding a shield with the city’s coat of arms and an olive branch, against a background depicting the city of Geneva (old fortifications and towers); below, a banner inscribed “IIIe centenaire de l’Escalade.” White enamel dial with gold spade hands.


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Grading System
Grade: AA

Very good
Case: 3

Good
Movement: 3*

Good

Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense
Dial: 3-01

Good

HANDS Original

Brand Ls. Gallopin & Cie, Switzerland

Model MONTRE DE TIR

Year Circa 1902

Movement No. 45127

Case No. 45127

Caliber 22 mm., 15 jewels, gilt movement, lever escapement.

Diameter 28 mm.

Weight 22 gr.

Signature Dial and movement