Sale 8639
London, South Kensington
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14 December 1999
Price realised
GBP 1,610
Estimate
A GOLD QUARTER REPEATING OPEN FACED JAQUEMART AUTOMATON POCKET WATCH Anonymous, Swiss, circa 1830. enamel dial with white centre, Arabic numerals, eccentric winding hole, outer blue border mounted with chased metal figures with automaton arms striking mock bells above, frosted gilt full plate movement with verge escapement, plunge repeat on two gongs, gilt cuvette, case with milled band and engine turned back, distressed, diameter 54mm.
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Saleroom Notice
The estimate should read 1000-1500
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