Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
Description:
18kt Gold Open Face Watch Marked Breguet, Paris, c. 1780, porcelain Arabic numeral dial marked Breguet/a/ Paris, gold fleur-de-lis hands, the plain gold case opens to the swing-out gilt full-plate fusee, verge escapement, key-wind and set movement with pierced balance cock, three-arm steel balance, silvered regulating dial and signed Breguet/Paris, dia. 53 mm, 96 g.
Estimate $800-1,200
Movement starts with a half turn wind, some discoloration on plates, hands appear to be the originals, case with minor surface scratches consistent with age, Breguet origin in question.
The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
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ParisJonathan Dowling
Director, Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
508-970-3131
Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
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