June 8 & 9, 2021 Fine & Decorative Arts
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 6/8/2021
18k yellow gold fine Swiss J. Borbolla minute repeating hunting cased pocket watch. Circa 1905. Case diameter measures 49mm. Beautifully hand engraved covers with feather and leaves, having an oval frame/shield on back reverse. Cuvette engraved with a gold medal seal from the Louisiana Exposition, signed Chronometro J. Borbolla, Habana. Matte off-white dial with black Roman numerals and blued steel spade hands. Gross weight 80.0 grams. Case is fully hallmarked and numbered. Movement: nickel bridge, straight line lever escapement, 32 jewels, bi-metallic compensated balance, Breguet spring, jeweled to the hammers, unmarked. Watch is very good running order. Repeater functions tested, working and chiming properly.
Condition: (Excellent).
Case Material
18K Yellow Gold.
Case Type
Hunter Case, Hand Engraved.
Dial
Matte, Off-white, metal.
Subsidiary Dials
Constant Seconds.
Movement
Keyless, Pendant Set.
Complications
Minute Repeater.
Signed
"J. Borbolle, Habana" on cuvette.
Condition
Excellent Working Order.