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UNIVERSAL GENEVE Tri-Compax Ref. 12266
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UNIVERSAL GENEVE Tri-Compax Ref. 12266
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Estimate €3,000 - €5,000
Voluntary lot
Description
UNIVERSAL GENEVE Tri-Compax
Ref. 12266
No. 263088 / 1189502
Circa 1945
18k yellow gold (750) wrist chronograph with full calendar and moon phases
Case: round, rectangular pushers, correctors on the middle, clipped caseback, signed
Dial: silvered, applied ‘stick’ hour markers, three sub-dials for hours, 30 minutes and seconds, auxiliary dial for the date, windows for the day of the week and month, tachymeter, signed
Movement: mechanical cal. 481, signed
Diameter: 35 mm
Gross weight: 35.00 g.
Provenance: kept in the original owner’s family since its acquisition; passed down to the current owner through inheritance.
We would like to thank Patrimoine Universal Genève for their kind cooperation.
An 18k yellow gold manual-winding chronograph wristwatch with triple calendar and moon phase display. Family heirloom. With our sincere thanks to Universal Genève for their kind cooperation.
CONDITION REPORT:
Movement and chronograph function operational at the time of catalogue compilation. In good condition. Case well preserved, few signs of wear, a few scratches, markings clearly legible. Dated dial, a slight dent visible at 1 o’clock, visible discolouration between 7 o’clock and 8 o’clock, scratches and imperfections, tachymeter scale partially faded and worn away. Hour hand not original. Movement in good condition. A watchmaker’s mark is visible on the case back. Manufacturer’s key 128 (Jung and Cie, La Chaux-de-Fonds). A visible impact mark on the crown.
Please note that all watches are sold as is. No guarantee is given as to their working condition. Most watches have been opened to identify the type and quality of the movement, including water-resistant watches. Buyers are advised to consult a watchmaker to check the watch’s water resistance. Any information provided regarding restoration, damage or the condition of the item is subject to the buyer’s own judgement. The absence of any indication of replacement parts, restoration or damage does not in any way imply that an item is free from any existing defects. All items on offer may have undergone previous servicing and may contain non-original parts. The dimensions and weight of the items are given as approximate figures.
*We advise potential buyers that straps made from the hides of protected species are displayed but not sold with the watches. Artcurial reserves the right to remove these straps in the event of importation.
CONDITION REPORT:
Movement and chronograph functions were operational at the time of cataloguing. Overall condition is well preserved. The case is in good condition with limited signs of wear, a few scratches, and clearly defined hallmarks. Patina-covered dial with a slight indentation visible at 1 o’clock, discolouration visible between 7 and 8 o’clock, scratches and imperfections throughout; tachymeter scale partially faded and worn away. Non-original hour hand. Movement in good condition. One watchmaker’s service mark visible inside the case back. Case maker’s key no. 128 (Jung & Cie, La Chaux-de-Fonds). Impact damage visible on the crown.
Please note that all watches are sold “as is”. No warranty is given regarding the working condition. Most watches have been opened to identify the type and quality of the movement, including water-resistant watches. Buyers are advised to have the water resistance checked by a qualified watchmaker. Any statement regarding restoration, accident, or condition reflects the personal opinion of the cataloguer and should be assessed independently by prospective buyers. The absence of any reference to replacement parts, restoration or damage does not imply that a lot is free from defects. All items may have undergone previous servicing and may contain non-original components. Dimensions and weights are provided for guidance only.
*Please note that straps made from materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (e.g. alligator and crocodile) are not sold with the watches and are for display purposes only. We reserve the right to remove these straps prior to dispatch.
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