Important Watches, Wristwatches and C...
Geneva, Hotel Des Bergues, Oct 31, 1998
LOT 333
Patek Philippe & Cie, Geneve, No. 178589, case No. 283810, circa 1917. Very fine, early, tonneau shaped, curved, 18K yellow gold gentleman's wristwatch.
CHF 6,500 - 7,500
Sold: CHF 8,970
C. massive, polished, hinged bezel, wire lugs. D. matt silver with radiumed radial Arabic numerals. "Spade" radiumed hands. M. 9"' gilt brass, 15 jewels, lever escapement "a moustache", cut bimetallic balance, flat balance-spring. Dial, case and movement signed. Dim. 25 x 35 mm.
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AAA |
Excellent |
Case: 3 |
Good |
Movement: 4-6* |
Fair Slightly oxidized Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 4-01 |
Fair HANDS Original |