Only Online Auction
Geneva, Apr 07, 2021
LOT 253
Omega
Demonstration model of the Swiss lever escapement; gilded brass, cast iron, wood and glass
CHF 8,000 - 12,500
EUR 7,200 - 11,400 / USD 8,500 - 13,500 / HKD 66,000 - 106,000
Gilded brass and cast iron, keyless-winding, demonstration model of the Swiss lever escapement, with cut bimetallic balance with poising screws and Breguet hairspring; on a wooden base; under protective glass dome.
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AAA |
Excellent |
Case: 3 |
Good |
Movement: 3* |
Good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Brand Omega, Bienne / Biel
Year circa 1930-1950
Movement No. 40
Material gilded brass, cast iron, wood and glass
Length 220 mm.
Caliber Swiss lever escapement
Height 180 mm. (including glass dome)
Width 275 mm.
Signature movement
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