Important Collectors Wristwatches, P...
Geneva, Mandarin Oriental Hotel Du Rhône, May 13, 2007
LOT 549
Solar Clock" Patek Philippe, Genève, ?Pendulette?, No. 872577, Ref. 753. Made circa 1960. Fine solar-powered gilt brass table clock with electricallywound remontoir. Accompanied by the Extract from the Archives.
CHF 3,500 - 5,000
EUR 2,200 - 3,000 / USD 3,000 - 4,000
Sold: CHF 8,260
C. Cylindrical brass with domed top, the side engraved with a diamond-pattern, the solar cells on the top, raised on gadrooned feet. D. Brushed silver engraved to match the case, the applied brushed gilt-brass chapter ring with baton hour indexes. Gilt brass "dauphine" hands. M. Electric powered with lithium battery back-up, driving a remontoire train, winding the barrel spring of a 19??? watch movement, gilt brass bar calibre, 28 jewels, straight line lever escapement, ?Gyromax? balance adjusted to heat, cold, isochronism and one position, Breguet balance spring. Dial and movement signed. Dim. 22 x 12.5 cm. From the Collection of a Spanish Gentleman
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: A |
Good |
Case: 3-9 |
Good Scratched |
Movement: 3** |
Good Repair required, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 3-9-01 |
Good Scratched HANDS Original |