$24,000
Charles Bobinet Gilt and Rock Crystal Case Watch, Switzerland, c. 1630, silvered Roman numeral dial with floral center, finely crafted blued steel single hand and gilt chased floral dial mat, 1-in. dia. verge-escapement fusee movement marked Bobinet with vase-shaped pillars, steel balance, pierced figure eight-shaped balance cock and blued steel ratchet, spring and screws, all in a hinged gilt and rock crystal case with engraved bezels, key and associated chain, dia. 35 mm.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2012-12-01