Important Watches and Wristwatches
Hong Kong, Hotel Furama, May 28, 1989
Just and Son, London, No 2170, Swiss, circa 1840. Tao Kuang.
Fine 18-carat gold and enamel pearl set, centre second watch for the Chinese market. Double body case with split pearl set fixed bezel, pendant and bow, enamel flowers finely painted on the back over a green background with split pearls set on the edge. Gold cuvette. White enamel dial with Roman numerals and outer second and minute ring. Gold 'cuiller' hands. Fine gilt brass movement, Chinese caliber engraved overall, 6 jewels, with free standing barrel, duplex escapement, plain brass three armed balance and diamond endstone. In very good condition. Diam. 58 mm.