Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
Description:
18kt Gold Dual Time or Observation Hunter Case Watch, D. Delachaux, c. 1850, enameled porcelain dial with dual roman numeral indicators, subsidiary seconds and outer sweep center seconds ring, marked "D. Delachaux Locle," rear plate marked "Patent/No. 12868/D.Delachaux/Locle," key-wind, key-set movement, dia. 56 mm, 144g.
Estimate $800-1,200
lacking bow, crown, crystal, crystal bezel hinge lacking pin.
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.
Keywords
Delachaux, Case WatchJonathan Dowling
Director, Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
508-970-3131
Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
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