Lot 586
- 586
A gold-cased hunting watch, Swiss, made for the Russian market, circa 1900
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- gold
- diameter 5.6cm, 2 1/4 in.
with calendar and moon phases, manual winding nickel lever movement, the white enamel dial with Roman numerals and outer Arabic minute track, subsidiary seconds, skeletonised dial to the back, the white enamel track with date and months inscribed in Russian, the engine-turned case with cartouche-form reserve engraved with initials RK, 56 standard (14K)
Condition
The movement is not running at the time of cataloguing and would benefit from a full service. Some dust to the dial with noticeable hairlines. Dial to the back with some hairlines and dust. Case with light scuffs from wear.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. 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.
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."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. 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.
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."