Geneva, May 12, 2024

LOT 372

P.ORR & SONS, ENGLAND, MADE FOR THE INDIAN MARKET, ENAMEL AND DIAMOND-SET, INDEPENDANT JUMPING SECONDS WITH NUMERALS IN URDU, 18K YELLOW GOLD

CHF 5,000 - 10,000

HKD 43,300 - 87,000 / USD 5,600 - 11,100 / EUR 5,100 - 10,200

Sold: CHF 5,625

A very fine, unusual and heavy, 18k yellow gold, manual wind hunting cased keyless pocket watch, the cover centrally set with a translucent blue enamel crescent moon over engine-turning heightened with diamonds, case back similarly decorated and centred with a stylised flower heightened with enamel. Dial with Urdu numerals, two subsidiary dials for constant seconds and independent jumping seconds.


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Grading System
Grade: AAA

Excellent
Case: 3

Good
Movement: 3-8*

Good

Slightly scratched

Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense
Dial: 3-6-01

Good

Slightly oxidized

HANDS Original

Brand P.Orr & Sons, England

Model made for the Indian market

Year Circa 1875

Movement No. 2981

Case No. 19175

Diameter 54 mm.

Caliber 20''', 23 jewels, gilded three-quarter plate, lever escapement, bi-metallic compensation balance, decoratively engraved balance cock.

Signature Movement, maker mark JAD

Notes

Peter Orr & Sons emerged as a prestigious establishment specializing in exquisite watches and jewelry in Madras. The company was born from the vision of two enterprising brothers, Peter Orr and Alexander Orr, who ventured from Scotland to Madras in 1843. Their journey to the vibrant city of Madras marked the beginning of a remarkable entrepreneurial endeavor.


In 1849, harnessing their expertise and passion for horology and jewelry craftsmanship, Peter Orr & Sons was established. With a keen eye for quality and a dedication to excellence, the brothers set out to create a brand that would be synonymous with luxury and refinement.


From their modest beginnings, Peter Orr & Sons quickly garnered acclaim for their exceptional timepieces and captivating jewelry designs. Their creations were sought after by connoisseurs of fine craftsmanship, including the elite of Madras society and esteemed patrons from across the globe.


Through meticulous attention to detail and unwavering commitment to craftsmanship, Peter Orr & Sons distinguished themselves as purveyors of elegance and sophistication. Their creations not only adorned the wrists and necks of their clientele but also became cherished heirlooms, passed down through generations as symbols of enduring beauty and timeless craftsmanship.


As Madras flourished as a center of culture and commerce, Peter Orr & Sons remained at the forefront of the luxury goods industry, continuously innovating and setting new standards of excellence. Their legacy endures as a testament to the vision, skill, and dedication of two brothers who transformed their passion into a revered institution in the heart of Madras.