UNIVERSAL GENEVE, JANUS CABRIOLET, PIECE UNIQUE, PLATINUM, 18K PINK GOLD, MOTHER OF PEARLImportant information about this lot
Price Realised USD 6,875
Estimate
USD 3,000 - USD 5,000
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Closed: 10 Dec 2021
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UNIVERSAL GENEVE, JANUS CABRIOLET, PIECE UNIQUE, PLATINUM, 18K PINK GOLD, MOTHER OF PEARL
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Lot Essay
The Universal Geneve Janus, was created for the firm’s 100th year anniversary and designed with a double flipping dial that evokes its namesake, the Roman god Janus. Janus was known for being the two faced god of gates and doorways, therefore inspiring the timepiece’s design and model name.
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Condition report
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The condition of lots can vary widely and the nature of the lots sold means that they are unlikely to be in a perfect condition. Lots are sold in the condition they are in at the time of sale.
The present lot is offered in very good overall condition. The dials are clean with no signs of spotting or aging. The case is in very good overall condition with signs of wear consistent with the age and use of the watch. The movement is in working order at the time of cataloging, consistent with the age of the watch. The movement has not been tested for accuracy. A service is recommended given the age of the watch.
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