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New York, The Grand Havana Room, Sep 20, 2006

LOT 264

?Solar-Powered Clock? Patek Philippe & Cie, Genève, No. 873990, Ref. 1489. Sold on September 28, 1967. Fine, rectangular, gilt brass, solar-powered clock with electricaly- wound remontoir. Accompanied by its original sale receipt.

USD 5,000 - 7,000

EUR 4,000 - 5,500

Sold: USD 11,210

C. Brushed brass, palisander panels, 4 square columns, top with solar cells, hinged back door. D. Palisander with bâton indexes. Brass ?bâton? hands. M. Cal. based on a 17''' ?Gondolo? keyless mechanical movement, 29 jewels, straight line lever escapement, monometallic balance adjusted to heat, cold and 1 position, ?swan neck? micrometer regulator, solar-powered with lithium battery back-up, driving a remontoir train which replaces the barrel spring. Dial and movement signed. Dim. height 14 cm., width 19.8 cm., depth 9 cm.


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Grading System
Grade: AA

Very good

Case: 3-5

Good

Poor

Movement: 3*

Good

Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense

Dial: 2-01

Very good

HANDS Original