Important Modern & Vintage Timepieces
Geneva, May 12, 2019
LOT 428
STARTER, GIANT SIZE CHRONOGRAPH POCKET WATCH
CHF 800 - 1,400
HKD 6,400 - 11,200 / USD 800 - 1,400TO BE SOLD WITHOUT RESERVE
Sold: CHF 437
A very large, rare and unusual, manual wind, stainless steel chronograph pocket watch with 30-minute counter and enamel dial.
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AA |
Very good |
Case: 3-8 |
Good Slightly scratched |
Movement: 3-10* |
Good Patinated Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 2-71-01 |
Very good ENAMEL AND VARIOUS TYPES OF DECORATION Hairlines HANDS Original |
Brand Starter
Year Circa 1940
Movement No. 57468
Calibre 17’’’
Case No. 64
Dimensions 135 mm
Signature Dial.
Notes
Although not much is known about the company, it appears that it belonged to one of the many brands owned by Cervine SA (La Chaux de Fonds) and initially belonged to the Achille Hirsch company.