Lot 818 - LATE NINETEENTH CENTURY AUSTRO-HUNGARIAN

27th Jun, 2017 11:30

The Watches Auction

Lot 818

Hover to zoom

Click for high resolution

LATE NINETEENTH CENTURY AUSTRO-HUNGARIAN SILVER ENAMELLED KEYLESS WIND BANJO WATCH unsigned movement, the dial to the centre of the banjo head and in white enamel with Roman numerals in black, the 36mm case forming the body of the banjo, with amber coloured enamel to the front, edge and reverse, the reverse also with engraved silver decoration, with silver mark to the reverse interior, the winder set to the top of the silver and engraved heel of the banjo, the tuning peg head overlaid with a red enamelled bow motif and with attached hinged bale, 92mm long including bale, 61.1g gross

The condition of watches offered at auction varies widely due to factors including age, possible restoration, repair and general wear and tear. Condition reports relate to watches’ condition at the time of inspection by McTear’s specialists, McTear’s cannot guarantee watches to function beyond that point. Watches are not tested in house for accuracy, duration or water tightness. Buyers should assume that all watches purchased will require regular servicing to be useable and reliable. If McTear’s have been unable to open a watch case safely, the completeness and functionality of the movement within cannot be commented on or guaranteed. McTear’s cannot offer any form of guarantee that movements and/or all component parts are original to any watch.

Sold for £360
Estimated at £400 - £600

Request a free auction estimate

Complete the form below and one of our specialists will get back to you.

Please upload at least 1 image

Drag and drop .jpg images here to upload, or click here to select images.

We'd like to contact you via email with news and information regarding our services and events. If you'd like to receive these emails, please tick the box.