Wrist & Pocket Watches

November 28December 03, 2020
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LOT 302

Lot 302

Unusual Swiss Openface Key Wind Pocket Watch

Unusual Swiss Openface Key Wind Pocket Watch
Lot 302 Details
Unusual Swiss Openface Key Wind Pocket Watch

circa 1870; 56mm; 24 hour heavily engraved cylinder escapement movement; sweep second; dial displaying the Chinese zodiac; in a silver plated case with display dust cover
made for the Chinese market; working

Estimate $250-$350

Realised: $1,680
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Unusual Swiss Openface Key Wind Pocket Watch
  • Unusual Swiss Openface Key Wind Pocket Watch
  • Unusual Swiss Openface Key Wind Pocket Watch
  • Unusual Swiss Openface Key Wind Pocket Watch
Note:

For the purposes of this auction, each watch is noted as being one of the following; ‘Working’, meaning it sets and runs when wound, including any complications; ‘Working Intermittently’, meaning it will tick for short periods or positionally; and ’Not Working’, meaning the watch is presently inoperative.

CONDITION DETAILS

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LOT 302
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About Condition Ratings

  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

Note: Condition ratings and condition details are the subjective opinions of our specialists and should be used as a guide only. Waddington’s uses due care when preparing condition details, however, our staff are not professional restorers or conservators. Condition details and reports are not warranties and each lot is sold “as is” in accordance with the buyer’s terms and conditions of sale. In all cases the prospective purchaser is responsible for inspecting the property themselves prior to placing a bid.