DESCRIPTION:
APW - Illinois, "No. 860" marked mvt, 17J, 12S, 14K multicolor gold original Roy false box hinge HC with majestic stag's head image to rear, gold cuvette, white enamel SS dial, SW-SS, wavy line pattern nickel damascene, gilt mvt screws and regulator assembly, s#2687037. Gross weight of assembled watch 43.5 dwt (67.7 g). An exquisite multicolor gold case in exceptionally crisp condition.
CONDITION:
Mvt: Running, winding mechanism advances normally in forward direction but tends to stick and hang up in coast (reverse direction), overhaul recommended for normalized winding function, nearly mint cosmetic mvt condition overall, bright plates, one very small fine scratch at jewel count, minor oxide to regulator spring and perimeter of larger winding wheel; nearly flawless dial with only a few ultra-fine surface scratches within seconds-register, few negligible edge flakes under bezel; excellent hands; case shows virtually no wear, no dents or dings, exquisite crisp engraving detail; tight bow, crown shows little wear; glass crystal with few fine scratches near center.
ESTIMATE:
$1000
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$1300
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