Chronographe Suisse Cie

A yellow gold chronograph wristwatch, Circa 1950

A yellow gold chronograph wristwatch, Circa 1950 Dial: black Caliber: mechanical Case: 18k yellow gold, snap on case back Case number: 154 Size: 38 mm diameter Signed: dial Box: no Papers: noChronographe Suisse Chronographe Suisse A yellow gold chronograph wristwatch, Circa 1950 A yellow gold chronograph wristwatch, Circa 1950 No reserve Reserves Estimate: 2,000 - 3,000 USD A yellow gold chronograph wristwatch, Circa 1950 Dial: black Caliber: mechanical Case: 18k yellow gold, snap on case back Case number: 154 Size: 38 mm diameter Signed: dial Box: no Papers: no Condition report Case: The case is in overall good condition with surface scratches and signs of age throughout. Small nicks and dents throughout the case back. Previous light polish. Some tarnish and losses to the gold on the pushers. Gold marks on the case back are clearly visible. Watchmaker's marks are present on the inside of the case back. Please note that the strap and buckle are generic and not signed Chronographe Suisse. Dial: The dial is in good condition with signs of age throughout. The outer perimeter has some losses most visible between 5 and 7 o'clock. There are numerous surface scratches around the center arbor visible to the naked eye. There are also light surface scratches throughout the dial. Movement: The chronograph second hand does not completely reset to zero. The movement is running at time of cataloging, however it was not tested for the accuracy of time or duration of the power reserve and may need service at the buyer's discretion. Please note that Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement.