Important Modern & Vintage Timepieces
Geneva, Nov 11, 2012
LOT 605
CARTIER GOLD DESK CLOCK Cartier, Paris, No. 02222. Made circa 1960. Fine and rare, 18K gold, 8-day going, keyless desk/purse clock with sapphire indexes.
CHF 3,000 - 5,000
USD 3,200 - 5,300 / EUR 2,500 - 4,200
C. Three-body, irregular rope-twist, hinged circular strut with beaded edge, recessed winding crown, snap-on back. D. Brushed gold with inset sapphire cabochon hour indexes. Black dauphine hands. M. 14???, by ETS. Worms, rhodium plated, 17 jewels, straight line lever escapement, monometalic balance, selfcompensating fl at balance spring, shock absorber. Dial signed Cartier, case numbered, movement signed ETS. WORMS. Diam. 43 mm. Property of an Italian collector
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AA |
Very good |
Case: 3 |
Good |
Movement: 3* |
Good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 3-01 |
Good HANDS Original |