DESCRIPTION:
EPW - Geneva Nonmagnetic Watch Co, New York, Swiss made, 54mm, 14K gold original HC, gold cuvette, white enamel SS dial, SW-LS, lever escapement with capped escape wheel, 18J, Paillard's patent non-magnetic alloy balance and hairspring, nickel damascene, s#51842. Gross weight of assembled watch 80.3 dwt (124.9 g). A beautiful high grade example, though currently in need of overhaul for running order.
CONDITION:
Mvt: NR, fully wound, upon testing balance ticked briefly in dial down position but stopped when turned dial up and then proceeded to overbank shortly after restarting in dial down position, overhaul needed, excellent cosmetic mvt condition overall, small spot above "m" of "Nonmagnetic," some small micro-fine scratches; dial with faint hl above seconds-register; nearly mint hands; case shows hardly any wear, no dents or dings, superb engine turning and engraving detail; tight bow, crown shows light wear; glass crystal with some glue excess at its seat.
ESTIMATE:
$1600
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$2200
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