54043: Marius Lecoultre, Very Fine Gold Minute Repeater

Marius Lecoultre, Very Fine Gold Minute Repeater With Split Second Chronograph, Enameled Case, 1890 With Observatory Papers, Box Case: 53 mm, 18k gold, four body, gold cuvette, case back with high quality polychrome enameled coat-of-arms, No. 3481 Dial: white enamel, radial Arabic numerals, outer 1x5th second divisions, gold Louis XV hands Movement: gilt bridge movement with straight line lever escapement, jeweled to the hammers, bi-metallic compensated balance with Breguet spring, cam-disc regulator, visible chronograph works, repeat activated from a slide on the rim, hand setting from a lever positioned on the back of the movement under a glass exhibition back Signed: Marius Lecoultre Rue Bonivard 8, Geneve, 144.2 grams gross weight This timepiece is accompanied by the original Observatory Bulletin de March timing certificate and the original wooden box HID03101062020 © 2022 Heritage Auctions | All Rights Reserved
Condition Report: Type: Marius Lecoultre, Very Fine Gold Minute Repeater With Split Second Chronograph, Enameled Case, 1890 With Observatory Papers, BoxDial: white enamel, radial Arabic numerals, outer 1/5th second divisionsHands: gold Louis XV handsMetal: 18k goldGram Weight: 144.2 grams gross weightCase: #No. 3481Case Info: four body, gold cuvette, case back with high quality polychrome enameled coat-of-armsCase Width: 53 mmCrystal: glassWatch Movement: gilt bridge movement with straight line lever escapement, jeweled to the hammers, bi-metallic compensated balance with Breguet spring, cam-disc regulator, visible chronograph works, repeat activated from a slide on the rim, hand setting from a lever positioned on the back of the movement under a glass exhibition backCondition: The case and dial are in excellent overall condition. The movement is running, chiming and chronograph functions are working but not resetting to zero. Cleaning, servicing recommended. Heritage does not guarantee timekeeping accuracy. We always recommend servicing for daily use and timekeeping accuracy. The original wooden box with a crack on the top cover. Heritage Auctions strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Heritage regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only And should Not be relied upon as statements of fact, And do Not constitute a representation, warranty, Or assumption of liability by Heritage. All lots offered are sold "As Is"Buyer's Premium per Lot:25% on the first $300,000 (minimum $49), plus 20% of any amount between $300,001 and $3,000,000, plus 15% of any amount over $3,000,001 per lot.