DESCRIPTION:
APW - Illinois, Bunn Special, rare earliest variant, 16S, GF OF NOS Star case with bar-over-crown, SW-LS, WE Gothic DSD, fully capped lever escapement, jeweled barrel, 23J, GJS, GT, gold lettering, bright spotted pattern NI damascene, "D'bl Roller" marking below balance, s#2572633. This earliest variant of 23J 16S Bunn Special is in exceptional condition; total production of this bright-spotted variety with abbreviated "D'bl" marking is estimated at 200, according to Mike Chamelin's excellent Bunn Special book.
CONDITION:
Mvt: GRO, mint mvt condition overall; dial perfect; hands mint; near mint case shows hardly any wear, some MFS, no dents or dings, sharp detail; bow tight, crown shows hardly any wear; good glass crystal.
ESTIMATE:
$900
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$1300
PRICE SOLD:
$1400
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