Important Watches, Wristwatches and C...

Geneva, Hotel Des Bergues, Oct 31, 1998

LOT 39

Vacheron & Constantin, Geneve, No. 357661, case No. 220578, specially made for Frank Pochelon, Lausanne, circa 1911. Fine and elegant 18K gold, keyless dress watch.

C. Three body, massive, "demi-basine", polished, the back engraved with a monogram. D. White enamel with Breguet numerals and sunk subsidiary seconds. Gold "spade" hands. M. 16"', gilt brass, 18 jewels, straight line lever escapement, cut bimetallic balance, Breguet balance spring. Signed on the dial, cuvette and movement. Diam. 45 mm. Accompanied by a later Vacheron & Constantin fitted box.