10th May, 2016 12:00

Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art ('Courageous')

 
  Lot 211
 

211

[M] A TWO-DAY RUSSIAN MARINE CHRONOMETER,...

A TWO-DAY RUSSIAN MARINE CHRONOMETER, 20TH-CENTURY
the 4in. frosted dial signed in Cyrillic and numbered 8621, upright black Arabic numerals, large subsidiary seconds, up-and-down dial, striped gilt plates, reverse fusee bi-metallic integral balance with four heat compensation weights and meantime adjustment nuts, free-sprung silver-metal helical balance spring, Earnshaw-type footed spring detent escapement, counter numbered plates, gimbal-mounted within three-tier box with Cyrillic label and drop handles -- 8in. (20cm.) square

Sold for £682
Estimated at £600 - £800

(inc. buyer's premium of 24%)


Condition Report
dial with scratch at centre, movement clean and in going order, box generally very clean.

We are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of this property. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Charles Miller Ltd is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD “AS IS” IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE.

 
A TWO-DAY RUSSIAN MARINE CHRONOMETER, 20TH-CENTURY
the 4in. frosted dial signed in Cyrillic and numbered 8621, upright black Arabic numerals, large subsidiary seconds, up-and-down dial, striped gilt plates, reverse fusee bi-metallic integral balance with four heat compensation weights and meantime adjustment nuts, free-sprung silver-metal helical balance spring, Earnshaw-type footed spring detent escapement, counter numbered plates, gimbal-mounted within three-tier box with Cyrillic label and drop handles -- 8in. (20cm.) square

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