拍品 3770
  • 3770

Longines

估價
20,000 - 28,000 HKD
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描述

  • A YELLOW GOLD AND ENAMEL OPEN-FACED KEYLESS LEVER WATCH CIRCA 1890 MVT 1816575 CASE 2953
  • GOLD
  • diameter 39 mm
• nickel lever movement, 18 jewels, index regulator, later hinged gold cuvette • white enamel dial painted with a bouquet of flower to the center, Roman numerals • 18k yellow gold case, translucent blue enamel over guilloché ground to the front bezel, similar decoration to the back, centered by a polychrome enamel of an angel portrait with seed pearl surrounding • case, cuvette and movement numbered

Condition

Movement is in working order while cataloguing, light tarnishing to the plate. Service is recommended for accurate time keeping. Cuvette is later, with inscription "Made for R. J & R". Dial is nice, tarnishing to the hands. Case with normal surface wear. Center enamel panel to the case back has surface scratches, blue enamel to both sides has scratches and tiny chips. One seed pearl deficient. Overall condition is 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."