Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
Description:
Patek Philippe "Chronometro Gondolo" 18kt Gold Open-face Watch, Geneva, no. 168782, enamel roman numeral dial marked "Patek Philippe & Cie, Geneve, Chronometro Gondolo," sunk seconds and gold hands, stem-wind and stem-set movement with gold wheels and lever escapement, marked with maker, location, and number as above, 18kt rose gold engine-turned case with cuvette engraved with information above and "Fabricado escpressamente para Gondolo Labouriau, Relojoeiros, Rio-De-Janeiro," dia. 51 mm, 99g.
Estimate $2,000-3,000
Watch is currently running. Dial in very goood condition.
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.
Jonathan Dowling
Director, Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
508-970-3131
Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
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