AUCTION : 1017

Lot#: 982

DESCRIPTION: Nicole, Nielsen & Co., for Charles Frodsham & Co., London, a slim, keyless lever pocket watch in the style of Breguet, 20- 21 jewels, stem wind and pin set, gilt half plate movement with tuning fork lever, cut bimetallic balance, gold timing screws and diamond endstone in an 18 karat, yellow gold, snap back and bezel, engine turned open face case with London hallmark, date letter for the year 1906 and case makers mark "RN" for Robert Benson North, and Roman numeral, engine turned silver dial, blued steel spade and poker hands, serial #09164, 49mm, 92.9g TW.
CONDITION: CASE: Minor pin pricks; Minor scratches on outer surface of case; Fine scratches on inner surface of case; Engine turning with minor wear; Precious metal content marked. DIAL: Scattered, fine scratches. HANDS: Very good. MOVEMENT PLATES: Major scratches on plate; Balance cock foot with minor scratch near screw; Specks of dirt / dust. MOVEMENT FUNCTION: Running order (winds, sets and ticks) .
ESTIMATE: $3000 - $4000
PRICE SOLD: $2200

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