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Geneva, Hotel Des Bergues, Oct 31, 1998

LOT 446

Swiss, circa 1810. Fine and 18K gold and, quarter repeating musical watch.

CHF 10,000 - 12,000

Sold: CHF 12,075

C. Three body, Empire with reeded band, the back engine-turned in a sunburst pattern. Hinged gilt brass cuvette. D. Gilt brass engine-turned with Breguet numerals on the polished chapter ring. M. Gilt brass with free standing barrels, cylinder escapement, plain gold three-arm balance, flat balance spring with regulator. Musical train with fly regulator, pin cylinder and still comb of 34 teeth covered by a gilt brass plate engraved with a musical score. Repeating on gongs by depressing the pendant. Diam. 59 mm.


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Grading System
Grade: AAA

Excellent

Case: 4-6-10

Fair

Slightly oxidized

Patinated

Movement: 2*

Very good

Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense

Dial: 3-01

Good

HANDS Original

Notes

These type of musical movements were usually produced in Geneva by Chaponuiere.