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A yellow gold open faced dual time watch with independent seconds, made for M. Said Bey, France, 1893
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- gold pocket watch in a wooden fitted case with a mother of pearl decorative panel
gilt lever two train, half chronometer, white enamel dial with two eccentric dials for two time zones, Roman and Turkish numerals, the reverse with relief geometric Kufic decoration, stamped 18K gold, with original invoice from Hector Levy, Fabrique d'Horlogerie, 139 Boulevard de Sebastopol, Paris, dated November 1893, with original customised mother-of-pearl mounted wooden case
Condition
In good condition, some wear to customised box consistent with age, over-wound, mechanism would need to be seen by a watch specialist, as viewed.
"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."