Important Modern and Vintage Timepieces
New York, Apr 10, 2013
LOT 202
ULYSSE NARDIN EARLY HUNTING CASED POCKET WATCH YELLOW GOLD Ulysse Nardin, Locle, No. 1821. Made circa 1850. Fine, heavy 18K yellow gold, hunting cased pocket watch.
USD 1,500 - 2,500
HKD 11,500 - 19,000 / CHF 1,400 - 2,400
Sold: USD 2,125
C. Five-body, engine-turned covers with reeded band. Hinged gold cuvette with engine-turned border, openings for setting and winding, engraved with technical details. D. White enamel with radial Roman numerals and large subsidiary seconds. Blued steel spade hands. M. 45 mm, gilt, 15 jewels, counterpoised straight-line lever escapement, cut bimetallic compensation balance, blued steel Breguet balance spring, index regulator. Cuvette signed. DIAM. 53 mm.
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AA |
Very good |
Case: 3-11 |
Good Slightly worn |
Movement: 3-61* |
Good Plating deteriorated Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 3-71-01 |
Good ENAMEL AND VARIOUS TYPES OF DECORATION Hairlines HANDS Original |