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New York, Omni Berkshire Place Hotel, Jun 20, 1998
LOT 74
James Street, London, No. 3885, made for the Chinese Market, circa 1770. Fine and unusual gilt brass paste-set belt buckle with built in centre second watch.
USD 2,500 - 3,000
C. Oval gilt brass, engraved with floral and foliage decoration, alternate white and green paste-set bezel and border. D. White enamel with Roman numerals and outer Arabic minute and second ring. Gold "poker and beetle" hands. M. Hinged gilt brass full plate with cylindrical pillars, fusee with chain, cylinder escapement with brass escape wheel, plain steel three-arm balance, flat balance spring, gilt brass English cock. Gilt brass dust-cap. Signed on the dust cap and back plate. Dim. 57 x 47 mm.
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AAA |
Excellent |
Case: 2-8 |
Very good Slightly scratched |
Movement: 2* |
Very good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 24-51 |
Slightly chipped Partially reprinted |