The Magical Art of Cartier
Geneva, Nov 19, 1996
LOT 447
"Montre de sac", 18K yellow gold "Ermeto", extensible keyless purse watch New York, 1940
CHF 4,200 - 5,000
USD 3,500 - 4,000
Sold: CHF 5,175
Rectangular case engine-turned in a stripped pattern, the silver two tone dial with applied gold "Breguet" numerals and gold "bâtons" hands. Rhodium plated, 8 1/2- movement, "fausses côtes" decoration, 18 jewels, straight line lever escapement, mono-metallic balance, self compensating Breguet balance spring. Patented Ermeto extensible winding device by sliding the case open and close. Measuring approx. 46 x 31 mm. Cartier Certificate of Authenticity N° 2447.
