LOT #54068 |
Sold on Nov 15, 2023 for: Not Sold
Marius LeCoultre, 18k Yellow Gold Open-Face Chronograph Circa 1890's. ...
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Description
Marius LeCoultre, 18k Yellow Gold Open-Face Chronograph Circa 1890'sCase: 53 mm, 18k yellow gold, case no. 5974
Dial: white enamel dial, black painted Arabic numerals, filigree hands
Movement: stem wind/pin set, gilt movement, lever escapement, bi-metallic split balance, wolf's tooth winding, 24 jewels
Signed: 119 grams, gross weight, Marius LeCoultre signed on dial, cuvette, movement
This lot has an engraving on the inside of the case that reads, "B. Devereaux Parker", as well as the monogram "CDB" on the exterior of the rear lid. this lot includes its original box with corresponding number to the case, as well as a letter from an appraisal request from State Street Jewelers, responding to Mr. Parker in 1985.
Condition Report*:
Type: Marius LeCoultre, 18k Yellow Gold Open-Face Chronograph Circa 1890's
Dial: white enamel dial, black painted Arabic numerals
Hands: filigree hands
Metal: 18k yellow gold
Gram Weight: 119 grams, gross weight
Case: #case no. 5974
Case Width: 53 mm
Watch Movement: stem wind/pin set, gilt movement, lever escapement, bi-metallic split balance, wolf's tooth winding, 24 jewels
Circa: 1890's
Condition: watch is in good overall condition. Please note that the chronograph hand is missing its tail. Chronograph button sticks when resetting the chronograph function, likely from extended periods without regular use. Movement runs and sets as it should. Heritage does not guarantee timekeeping accuracy. We always recommend servicing for daily use and timekeeping accuracy.
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Dial: white enamel dial, black painted Arabic numerals
Hands: filigree hands
Metal: 18k yellow gold
Gram Weight: 119 grams, gross weight
Case: #case no. 5974
Case Width: 53 mm
Watch Movement: stem wind/pin set, gilt movement, lever escapement, bi-metallic split balance, wolf's tooth winding, 24 jewels
Circa: 1890's
Condition: watch is in good overall condition. Please note that the chronograph hand is missing its tail. Chronograph button sticks when resetting the chronograph function, likely from extended periods without regular use. Movement runs and sets as it should. Heritage does not guarantee timekeeping accuracy. We always recommend servicing for daily use and timekeeping accuracy.
Auction Info
2023 November 15 Watches & Fine Timepieces Signature® Auction #5550 (go to Auction Home page)
Auction Dates
November, 2023
15th
Wednesday
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