15th Jan, 2019 11:00

The Watches Auction

 
  Lot 760
 

TWO LADY'S MANUAL WIND WRIST WATCHES

TWO LADY'S MANUAL WIND WRIST WATCHES,
both mid twentieth century, comprising a cushion cased Everite example, the round dial with applied gold Arabic numerals, in nine carat gold, on an expanding bracelet strap, lacking box and papers and a Herodia example, the round dial with baton hour markers, 15mm the case marked 750, on an expanding bracelet strap, lacking box and papers

 

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 £130
Estimated at £60 - £90


Condition Report

EVERITE:
Not in working condition at the present time; has been overwound.
In well worn condition.
Case scratched.
Acrylic cracked to the centre.
All hands and markers intact.
Crown intact; hands changing.
Bracelet generally worn and twisted.


HERODIA:
In working condition at the present time; ticking.
Case scratched and discoloured.
All hands and markers intact.
Crown intact; hands changing.
Bracelet generally worn.

 
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