PROPERTY SOLD TO BENEFIT THE BRIAN LAVIOLETTE SCHOLARSHIP FOUNDATION
BULOVA, 14K WHITE GOLD-FILLED AND ENAMEL 'LONE EAGLE' WITH HAND-ENGRAVED CASEImportant information about this lot
Price Realised USD 756
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USD 1,000 - USD 2,000
Estimates do not reflect the final hammer price and do not include buyer's premium, any applicable taxes or artist's resale right. Please see the Conditions of Sale for full details.
Closed: 13 Dec 2024
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BULOVA, 14K WHITE GOLD-FILLED AND ENAMEL 'LONE EAGLE' WITH HAND-ENGRAVED CASE
Bulova’s most famous Art Deco design of the 1920s, the “Lone Eagle” has stylized eagle heads set in hard black enamel in each corner. Originally introduced around 1926 as the “Conqueror,” this model was renamed the “Lone Eagle” for Charles Lindbergh following his historic solo flight across the Atlantic Ocean in May of 1927.
Lindbergh personally endorsed the watch and advertisements for the watch featured Lindbergh and his plane, the Spirit of St. Louis, quite prominently along with his testimonial.
This example features black enamel inlay and a hinged caseback. It is powered by the17-jewel Bulova grade 9AT manual-wind movement that was recently serviced.
Further enhancing the lot and adding to its story, the lot will include: - A Spirit of St. Louis brooch - Treasures collected during this iconic period, including an original article written by Charles Lindbergh and published in The New York Times on July 23, 1927. - A rare edition of The Story of Lindbergh, The Lone Eagle by Richard J. Beamish - A solid bronze Charles A. Lindbergh Medal of Congress: a remarkable piece once made available to the public
The Brian LaViolette Scholarship Foundation would like to thank Bryan Girouard of Art Deco Wristwatches for his generous donation
The Brian LaViolette Scholarship Foundation Through great loss has come inspiration. At just 15 years old, Brian LaViolette’s life was claimed in a swimming accident, and on the day of his funeral, his family kept a promise to honor his name and memory by helping others. Founded in 1992, the Brian LaViolette Scholarship Foundation awards deserving college-bound students with scholarships to further their lives and education. Since then, the foundation is proud to have presented 1,160 scholarships to deserving individuals across the globe.
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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.
Movement: The movement is running at the time of cataloging, consistent with the age of the watch. The watch was recently serviced. The movement has not been tested for accuracy. Dial: The dial and hands show signs of aging with light scratches and wear, and the dial and hands have been relumed. Case: The case has scratches and wear throughout. The back of the lugs have wear the the hinged caseback is slightly loose. A new crystal was installed. Buckle: The buckle is later and has light scratches and wear throughout. Overall Condition: Good
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We thank you for your interest in the forthcoming sale. We remind you again that all property is sold “as is” and should be viewed personally by you or by your professional advisor before the sale to assess its condition
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BULOVA, 14K WHITE GOLD-FILLED AND ENAMEL 'LONE EAGLE' WITH HAND-ENGRAVED CASEEstimate: USD 1,000 - 2,000
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