Lot 141
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JULES JÜRGENSEN | A FINE AND RARE GOLD KEYLESS LEVER JUMP HOUR WATCHCIRCA 1930, NO. 17611

Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 CHF
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Description

  • Jules Jürgensen
  • A FINE AND RARE GOLD KEYLESS LEVER JUMP HOUR WATCHCIRCA 1930, NO. 17611
  • diameter 44mm
• Movement: lever escapement, 18 jewels, bi-metallic compensation balance, signed and numbered Jules Jürgensen Ested Copenhagen 1740, no.17611 • Dial: twin silvered discs for hours and minutes with Arabic numerals• Case: 18ct pink gold, the cover with two apertures for hours and minutes, cover signed Jules Jürgensen Copenhagen 1740 and further engraved Switzerland to the base, plain case back, inside back signed and numbered 17611 

Condition

Movement: running and appears to be in good aesthetic condition. Discs: some scuffing to minute and hour rings Case: some light scuffs and scratches
"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

For another jump hour pocket watch by Jules Jürgensen but with the addition of a linear calendar, see: J. Knudsen, The Jürgensen Dynasty, ACC 2013, pp.308-309, plates 501-502.