Lot 87
VACHERON CONSTANTIN, 18K WHITE GOLD, ROCK CRYSTAL AND SAPPHIRE OPEN FACE POCKET WATCH
Sale 812 - Important Jewelry
Dec 7, 2020 12:00PM CT
Live / Chicago
Estimate
$3,000 - $5,000

Sold for $3,750

Sold prices are inclusive of Buyer’s Premium
Lot Description
VACHERON CONSTANTIN, 18K WHITE GOLD, ROCK CRYSTAL AND SAPPHIRE OPEN FACE POCKET WATCH
29.00 x 29.00 mm case diameter with rock crystal surround, the bezel with blue enamel square and Arabic numerals and containing eight sugarloaf sapphires, mirror finish dial, exhibition case back, manual wind 15 jewel movement signed VACHERON & CONSTANTIN. 2 5/8 inches wide.
Case back stamp: (French hallmarks).
Movement number: 413807.
28.30 dwt.
Property from the Estate of Louise Hart, Glencoe, Illinois
Condition Report
Measurements: The entire pocket watch measures approximately 2 5/8 inches by 2 5/8 inches.
Overall Condition: There is some porosity or abrasions to the metal near 6 o'clock. There is some tarnishing to the movement and dial. The watch winds and sets but is not running at the time of cataloguing. Please note that Hindman does not warranty the timepiece at the time of the auction or after its purchase.
 
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