Important Watches, Wristwatches and C...
Geneva, Hotel Des Bergues, Oct 12, 1996
LOT 442
Vacheron & Constantin in Geneva, No. 125214, completed in 1867 Fine and unusual 18K gold half hunting cased watch with matching gold chain, in original fitted box.
CHF 2,000 - 2,500
Sold: CHF 2,530
C. Four body, massive, "bassine", borders and band engine-turned in a "vermicelli" pattern the cover with black champleve enamelled Roman numerals on the dial aperture border, the back engine-turned and engraved with floral decoration and centred with a small monogram. Hinged gold cuvette engraved with a dedication dated 1876. D. White enamel with Roman numerals and outer Arabic minute ring. Gold "spade" hands. M. 11 1/2"', gilt brass, bar calibre, 8 jewels, cylinder escapement, plain brass three-arm balance, flat balance spring. Signed on the cuvette. In very good condition. Diam. 31 mm.
