Important Modern and Vintage Timepieces
New York, Jun 08, 2011
LOT 17
Vacheron & Constantin Silver Hunting case Vacheron & Constantin, Genève, No. 291675, case No. 175981. Made for Hausmann & Co., Roma, circa 1890. Very fine and rare, sterling silver and gold hunting-cased pocket watch.
USD 3,000 - 5,000
CHF 2,600 - 4,300 / EUR 2,000 - 3,500
Sold: USD 5,750
C. Four-body, "bassine", entirely engine-turned with vermicelli pattern, hinged silver engraved cuvette, gold hinges. D. White enamel with painted radial Roman numerals, outer minute track, subsidiary sunk seconds dial. Gold spade hands. M. 43 mm. (19'''), frosted gilt, 15 jewels, straight-line "moustache" lever escapement, cut bimetallic compensation balance with blued steel Breguet balance spring. Dial, case and movement signed. Diam. 53 mm.
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AA |
Very good |
Case: 3 |
Good |
Movement: 3* |
Good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 3-01 |
Good HANDS Original |