Important Watches, Wristwatches and C...
Geneva, Hotel Des Bergues, Apr 18, 1998
Patek Philippe & Cie., Geneve, No. 74945, made in 1887. Fine and extremely rare 18K pink gold, keyless watch, presented by L'Helvetiemne Societe Chorale New- York, for the Tir Federal, Geneve in 1887.
C. Four body, "bassine " , "Louis XVI rule londe", polished, the back engraved with the head of a lion. Hinged gold cuvette with the inscriptions. D. White enamel with Roman numerals, gilt outer Arabic minutes ring and sunk subsidiary seconds. Gold "Louis XV" hands. M. 20"', gilt brass, 18 jewels, counterpoised straight line lever escapement, cut bimetallic balance, Breguet balance spring. Signed on the dial, cuvette and movement. Diam. 54 mm.
Grading System | |
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Grade: AA |
Very good |
Case: 14 |
Damaged |
Movement: *2 |
Very good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 21-51 |
Period Partially reprinted |