Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
Description:
18kt Gold Minute Repeater Open-face Watch, Switzerland, no. 131310, retailed by Benedict Brothers, New York, enamel arabic numeral dial with red five minute marks, pierced gold hands, stem-wind, stem-set, Swiss bar-type movement marked with number as above and for the retailer, repeat slider recessed into case band on left, all in a plain 18kt gold case, dia. 47 mm, 77g.
Estimate $3,000-5,000
Watch is currently running. Repeat functions as it should. Cuvette engraved for presentation.
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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