Lot 3863
  • 3863

Just & Son

Estimate
78,000 - 94,000 HKD
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Description

  • A YELLOW GOLD AND ENAMEL CENTER SECONDS OPEN-FACED WATCH MADE FOR THE CHINESE MARKETCIRCA 1820 NO 3000
  • GOLD
  • diameter 54 mm
• gilt Chinese calibre, duplex escapement, finely engraved with floral decoration, standing barrel, plain steel three-arm balance, index regulator • white enamel dial, Roman numerals, center seconds • yellow gold case, champlevé enamel to the rim, pendant and bow, partially translucent polychrome champlevé enamel flower bouquet to the reverse, gold cuvette with foliate engraving • movement signed and numbered

Condition

Movement is in working order while cataloguing, nicely preserved, service is recommended for accurate time keeping. Nice dial, minute and hour hands are oxidised. Enamel preserved quite well, light surface scratches, a few minor places have been restored. Three visible minor small chips to the reserve enamel panel near 12, 2 and 8 o'clock. Overall condition is very good for its age.
"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.

Important Notice regarding importation into the United States of Rolex watches
Sotheby's cannot arrange for the delivery of Rolex watches to the United States because U.S. laws restricts the import of Rolex watches. The buyer or a designated agent may collect the property in the country of sale."