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Geneva, Hotel Des Bergues, Oct 31, 1998

LOT 405

Geneve, circa 1850. Fine 18K gold and enamel, diamond-set folding lorgnette with a concealed watch, suspended from a gold chain.

CHF 10,000 - 12,000

Sold: CHF 11,500

C. The watch is set in the handle, finely engraved on both sides with scrolled foliage, the cover with a blue flinque enamel, centered with a rose-diamond, inlaid floral decoration. D. White enamel with Roman numerals. Blued steel "spade" hands. M. Gilt brass, bar caliber, 8 jewels, cylinder escapement with a plain brass three-arm balance, flat balance spring with regulator. Dim. 83 x 21 mm.


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Grading System
Grade: AAA

Excellent

Case: 3

Good

Movement: 3*

Good

Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense

Dial: 3-01

Good

HANDS Original