The Magical Art of Cartier
Geneva, Nov 19, 1996
LOT 283
"Montre bracelet à volets" 18K yellow gold gentleman's wristwatch with spring loaded sliding shutters 1933
CHF 68,000 - 74,000
USD 55,000 - 60,000
Sold: CHF 80,500
Rectangular shaped case, the dial aperture bordered with the black enamel Roman numerals, two shutters opened by thumb push pieces, revealing the dial, engraved dedicated back, with 18K pink gold deployant clasp. Matt silver dial with painted indexes. "Breguet" blued steel bands. Rhodium plated, 8"' movement, signed European Watch & Clock Co., 19 jewels, lever escapement, eut bimetallic balance, 8 adjustments, Breguet balance-spring. Measuring approx. 20 x 38 mm. Cartier Certificate of Authenticity N° 2283.
Notes
Cartier's shutter watches are very rare and sought out
among collectors for their elegance and exclusivity.