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拍品 37
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S. SMITH & SON, LONDON | SILVER OPEN-FACED KEYLESS WIND WATCH WITH KARUSSELL MOVEMENTNO. 11326MADE IN 1901

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15,000 - 24,000 GBP
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描述

  • SILVER OPEN-FACED KEYLESS WIND WATCH WITH KARUSSELL MOVEMENTNO. 11326MADE IN 1901
Dial: white enamel, Roman numerals and outer minute chapter, subsidiary seconds, blued steel handsMovement: gilt 3/4 plate Karussell, cut bimetallic compensation balance, lever escapement, blued steel over-coil hair spring, diamond end-stone  Movement number: 11326Case: plain silver hinged case with London hallmark for 1901, and stamped SS possibly for Simon Silverstone, ClerkenwellCase number: 11326Dimensions: 58mm diameterSigned: dial and movementAccessories: none 

Condition

DIAL: shows discolouration at 12 o'clock and minor marks on sub-second dial, hands show some scratches and marks CASE: with tarnishing and scuffs through out but overall in good condition, hallmarks clearly visible MOVEMENT: running at time of cataloguing Please note that the movement has not been tested for the accuracy of its timekeeping. Please note that Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement and that a service may be required at the buyer's discretion.
"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."

拍品資料及來源

S. Smith and Sons are listed at the Strand, London between 1875-1918 and were one of the most prolific suppliers of high quality precision timepieces at the time, supplying watches to both the Admiralty and the Royal Geographical Society.