"Philippe Horloger Fab Palais Royal 66-67", Scar
"Philippe Horloger Fab Palais Royal 66-67", Scarce Early Stem Wind Demi-Hunter, circa 1850 Case: 43 mm, gilt German silver, three body, hinged front demi-hunter cover with Roman numerals, repousse finished snap back with raise letter "L" and unique rayx scallop pattern Dial: engraved silver disc with Roman numerals, swirl pattern at center, signed "Philippe Horloger Fab Palais Royal 66-67" , gold spade and leaf hands Movement: French factory gilt movement with cylinder escapement, stem-winding, setting with key from a center wheel arbor, three-arm un-cut balance This unique "souvenir" timepiece is a tribute to Jean Adrien Philippe who in 1845 was awarded patent number 1317 for his invention of the first keyless winding system. Jean Adrien Philippe received the gold medal at the Universal Exhibition in Paris for the revolutionary system. The timepiece is accompanied by a fitted wooden display box
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Condition Report: Type: "Philippe Horloger Fab Palais Royal 66-67", Scarce Early Stem Wind Demi-Hunter, circa 1850Dial: engraved silver disc with Roman numerals, swirl pattern at center, signed "Philippe Horloger Fab Palais Royal 66-67" Hands: gold spade and leaf handsMetal: gilt German silverCase Info: three body, hinged front demi-hunter cover with Roman numerals, repousse finished snap back with raise letter "L" and unique rayx scallop patternCase Width: 43 mmCrystal: glassWatch Movement: French factory gilt movement with cylinder escapement, stem-winding, setting with key from a center wheel arbor, three-arm un-cut balanceCondition: Lot presents in overall very good condition. Movement runs and ticks but a bit sluggish. Heritage does not guarantee timekeeping accuracy. We always recommend servicing for daily use and timekeeping accuracy. 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"
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"Philippe Horloger Fab Palais Royal 66-67", Scarce Early Stem Wind Demi-Hunter, circa 1850 Case: 43 mm, gilt German silver, three body, hinged front demi-hunter cover with Roman numerals, repousse finished snap back with raise letter "L" and unique rayx scallop pattern Dial: engraved silver disc with Roman numerals, swirl pattern at center, signed "Philippe Horloger Fab Palais Royal 66-67" , gold spade and leaf hands Movement: French factory gilt movement with cylinder escapement, stem-winding, setting with key from a center wheel arbor, three-arm un-cut balance This unique "souvenir" timepiece is a tribute to Jean Adrien Philippe who in 1845 was awarded patent number 1317 for his invention of the first keyless winding system. Jean Adrien Philippe received the gold medal at the Universal Exhibition in Paris for the revolutionary system. The timepiece is accompanied by a fitted wooden display box
HID03101062020
© 2022 Heritage Auctions | All Rights Reserved
Condition Report: Type: "Philippe Horloger Fab Palais Royal 66-67", Scarce Early Stem Wind Demi-Hunter, circa 1850Dial: engraved silver disc with Roman numerals, swirl pattern at center, signed "Philippe Horloger Fab Palais Royal 66-67" Hands: gold spade and leaf handsMetal: gilt German silverCase Info: three body, hinged front demi-hunter cover with Roman numerals, repousse finished snap back with raise letter "L" and unique rayx scallop patternCase Width: 43 mmCrystal: glassWatch Movement: French factory gilt movement with cylinder escapement, stem-winding, setting with key from a center wheel arbor, three-arm un-cut balanceCondition: Lot presents in overall very good condition. Movement runs and ticks but a bit sluggish. Heritage does not guarantee timekeeping accuracy. We always recommend servicing for daily use and timekeeping accuracy. 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.
