VACHERON CONSTANTIN, 18K MINUTE-REPEATING CHRONOGRAPH POCKET WATCH, REF. 6086Important information about this lot
Price Realised USD 10,625
Estimate
USD 8,000 - USD 12,000
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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 watch is in good condition with signs of wear, commensurate with its age, has been polished, and has a light patina. The hallmark to the base of the crown is mostly rubbed. There is a very small piece of gold coating to the crown that is lost. The case back has the initials, “RRJ.” The dial is in good condition with some signs of age and wear and appears to be original. The hour markers and hands have developed patina. The hand in the upper sub-register appears to be a replacement. The minute repeating and chronograph functions are working at the time of cataloguing. 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.