Important Modern & Vintage Timepieces
Geneva, May 14, 2017
CARTER, GOLD AND AGATE POCKET WATCH William CARTER IN SALLSBURY, 18K gold and agate pocket watch,retail by Somerson in London. Made circa 1790. Very fine and rare, gold, agate key-wound pocket watch.
TO BE SOLD WITHOUT RESERVE
Two-body, Louis XVI, decorated and pierced bezel set with agate, the back with striped agate set within a gold rim.. Gold with radial Roman numerals, outer scrolled minute track with 5-minute Arabic markers, winding aperture at 4. Gold Louis XVI hands. 25 mm., matte gilt, full plate with cylindrical pillars, fuse and chain, verge escapement with micrometric adjustment, three arm balance, flat balance spring, gilt brass cock. Movement signed William Carter, dial signed by the retailer.
Grading System | |
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Grade: AA |
Very good |
Case: 3-19 |
Good Dent(s) |
Movement: 3* |
Good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 3-11-01 |
Good Slightly worn HANDS Original |