Lot 99
  • 99

Charles Frodsham

Estimate
30,000 - 50,000 GBP
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Description

  • Charles Frodsham
  • A HEAVY YELLOW GOLD OPEN-FACED ONE-MINUTE TOURBILLON KEYLESS WATCH WITH UP AND DOWN INDICATIONNO. 09973 AD FMSZ MADE IN 1925
  • yellow gold
  • diameter 58 mm
• gilt three quarter plate movement, lever escapement, free sprung regulation, Guillaume balance with spiral blued steel balance spring and over coil, the tourbillon with Nicole Nielsen Type 1 three-arm polished steel tourbillon carriage • gold cuvette • silvered dial, Roman numerals, subsidiary seconds, outer minute track, up/down indication to 12 • heavy 18k yellow gold case, engraved initials to the case back • movement signed By Appointment to the King, Charles Frodsham, 27 South Molton Street London, 09973 No 61435, hallmarked London 1925, case maker's mark RN (Robert Benson North)

Literature

Vaudrey Mercer, The Frodshams - The story of a family of chronometer makers, AHS, 1981 p.218 + 280

Condition

The movement is running at the time of cataloguing. Silvered dial with spotting throughout, tarnishing around the hand of the up/down indicator. Slight scratch between 9 and 10 and to the subsidiary dial. Case with scuffs throughout, heavy scratches to the band next to the opening. Case back with engraved initials RS. The movement was not tested for the accuracy of time or duration of the power reserve and may need service at the buyer's discretion. Please note that Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. All dimensions in catalogue descriptions are approximate. Condition reports may not specify mechanical replacements or imperfections to the movement, case, dial, pendulum, separate base(s) or dome. Watches in water-resistant cases have been opened to examine movements but no warranties are made that the watches are currently water-resistant. Please note that we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts, such as wheels, hands, crowns, crystals, screws, bracelets and leather bands, since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. In particular, please note it is the purchaser's responsibility to comply with any applicable import and export matters, particularly in relation to lots incorporating materials from endangered species.NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

**Please be advised that bands made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator and crocodile) are not sold with the watches and are for display purposes only. We reserve the right to remove these bands prior to shipping."

Catalogue Note

Accompanied by a certificate of Origin dated 5 September 2016 confirming the RN case hallmarked 1925.
This watch was tested in March - April 1926 and received a Kew A certificate.