Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
Description:
Audemars Piguet & Co. 21-jewel 18kt Gold Open Face Watch, Brassus-Geneva No. 16946, the porcelain Roman numeral dial signed Audemars, Piguet & Co. /Swiss, sunk seconds and blued-steel spade hands, engine turned and decorated case back and perimeter of cuvette marked on the interior 18K/196498, nickel Swiss bar movement variant marked C. D. P. Gibson/New York/ Superior/16946/, 21-Jewels and Audemars & Co., gold train, bimetallic balance and micrometer regulator, dia. 50 mm, 96 g.
Estimate $800-1,200
Movement started once fully wound, probably needs lubrication, case very clean and un worn, possibly recased.
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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