Antiquorum Auctioneers since 1974

Geneva, Nov 08, 2026

LOT 314

UNSIGNED, SWITZERLAND, FORM-WATCH IN THE SHAPE OF A COLEOPTEROUS BEETLE RUBY-SET, GOLD AND ENAMEL

CHF 5,600 - 9,300

HKD 53,000 - 89,000 / USD 6,800 - 11,300 / EUR 6,000 - 10,000 / JPY 1,070,000 - 1,780,000

TO BE SOLD WITHOUT RESERVE

Sold: CHF 5,670

A very fine and rare, 18k gold and enamel, manual wind key-winding form watch in the shape of a grey coleopterous beetle, with concealed dial. Underside realistically chased and engraved with the legs and underbody; main body and head decorated with grey enamel, with ruby-set eyes. Spring-loaded wing covers, hinged and released by a button in the base, opening to reveal the dial. Hinged gold cuvette. White enamel dial with Roman numerals and blued steel Breguet hands.

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Grading System
Grade: AAA

Excellent
Case: 3

Good
Movement: 3*

Good

Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense
Dial: 3-01

Good

HANDS Original

Brand Unsigned, Switzerland

Year 1870

Caliber 26 X 22 mm., heart-shaped gilt brass, bar calibre with going barrel, 8 jewels, cylinder escapement and plain three-arm balance, flat balance spring with index regulator.

Diameter 48 X 30 mm.

Weight 42 mm.

Accessories Accompanied by the original box and gold watch key.