26th Apr, 2023 11:00
Jewellery, Watches & Silver
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An enamel cocktail watch, the rectangular silvered dial with stylised black Arabic numerals, to a bi-colour case heightened with pale blue, black and white floral enamel decoration, with foliate scroll engraved sides, signed Hofrers Watch Co. and stamped '18K', numbered 26116, to a manual wind movement, signed Hoffrers Watch Co. and numbered 33017, on a partial fabric strap with pierced fitting stamped '18K', case width 1.4cm
Sold for £120
Estimated at £100 - £150
An enamel cocktail watch, the rectangular silvered dial with stylised black Arabic numerals, to a bi-colour case heightened with pale blue, black and white floral enamel decoration, with foliate scroll engraved sides, signed Hofrers Watch Co. and stamped '18K', numbered 26116, to a manual wind movement, signed Hoffrers Watch Co. and numbered 33017, on a partial fabric strap with pierced fitting stamped '18K', case width 1.4cm
Patchy dark staining, discolouration and surface wear to dial. Chips, fractures and some deep scuffs to glass, brownish residue to rim of glass. Scattered losses, chips and scuffs to enamel on case, with scuffs, scratches and nicks throughout case. Engraved decoration is crisp. Shallow dings/impressions to case back. The movement runs when wound but is untested for working order, which cannot be guaranteed. The strap is broken and requires replacement. Total length of case 3.75cm. Metal standard is untested. Gross weight approximately 12gm (including dial, movement and strap).
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Auction: Jewellery, Watches & Silver, 26th Apr, 2023
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