DESCRIPTION:
EPW - Continental verge fusee, quarter repeating jaquemarts automaton, two hammers striking on two gongs as the figures appear to strike bells, 55mm, 18K rose gold OF original consular case of unusual type, only the bezel opening, the mvt hinged as an English mvt would be, and secured by partial screw-head rather than latch, the partly obscured casemaker's mark "CL" over star under another character, KWKS, replacement dial chapter with nicely made internal and external bezels, verge escapement, gilt mvt with pierced and foliate scrolled balance bridge, s#1494. Gross weight of assembled watch 59.2 dwt (92.1 g).
CONDITION:
Mvt: GRO, good repeat function, but dullness to bell-like tone, fine mvt condition overall; printed enamel dial chapter perfect; hands near mint but later period, well-selected; case shows little wear, some MFS, no dents, a sharp bezel ding among other lesser dings; original bow and pendant tight, unworn; clean and clear domed acrylic crystal.
ESTIMATE:
$2000
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$2800
PRICE SOLD:
$2400
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