COLLECTABLE MINUTE REPEATER AUTOMATON 18K SOLID GOLD HC ca1900, FATHER & BABY TIME JAQUEMARTS, SUPERB CONDITION Start Price USD 13,900.00 Current Price USD 13,900.00 Time Left - Bid Count 0 Buy It Now Price - Reserve Price - Start Time Wednesday, October 22, 2008 End Time Friday, November 21, 2008 Location Oregon, United States See more about 'COLLECTABLE MINUTE REPEATER AUTOMATON 18K SOLID GOLD HC' Description vintagetraderonline Store   COLLECTABLE MINUTE REPEATER AUTOMATON 18K SOLID GOLD HC DescriptionA century old acoustical masterpiece.One of the most significant complications in the history of watch-making.Featured and illustrated on Page 566 of the Complete Price Guide to Watches No.28, 2008, by Gilbert, Engle and Shugart. It’s our privilege to present to you a timepiece of such extraordinary mechanical, aesthetic and acoustic refinement. The CaseSturdy polished case in 18K Solid Yellow Gold.  In remarkable condition for its age.  All 3 covers are engraved on the inside with the corresponding gold seal and Reference #46490.  Minerva's head is present inside the front and dust covers.  All covers open and close properly, fitting tightly.  The dustcover is engraved "Grand Diplome D'Honneur, Milan 1906, REPETITION, Medaille D'Or Exposition Universelle, Liege 1905, Systeme Perfectionne" and shows two series of medals.    The case measures 55 mm in diameter without the crown and is 16.5 mm thick. The total watch weight is  114.9 grams  /  4.05 ounces.  The DialSmall central dial with subsidiary seconds dial below, both with a red guilloche background.  Golden hour spade and minute whip.  Applied golden Arabic numerals and an outer track of golden dots for the minutes and tiny diamond shaped indexes for the hours.  This dial is held by two screws onto a blue guilloche background.  The dial is surrounded by golden and silver figures that appear to be floating around it, one representing Father Time, another representing Baby Time out of a cornucopia, and a cherub between the two, holding a bell in each hand.  Father & Baby Time strike the bells held by the cherub when the hours, quarters and minutes are repeated.The dial is in outstanding condition for its age.  As far as we can see it shows no chips or repairs.  A true work of art.      The MovementManual wind movement with complex minute repeater mechanism. In full working order.  It winds and sets smoothly. The repeating mechanism has a clear and bold sound.We recognize and respect that the potential buyers of this watch would most likely keep it in a collection, and protect it from acquiring any watchmaker details.  Therefore, we have not serviced this watch. The repeater mechanism is activated by pressing the button at 6.  Once initiated, the intricate workings of this mechanism translate the time into a series of carefully tuned strikes, which signal the current time.  Each hour, quarter hour and individual minute is distinguished by its own unique pitch (low for the hours, high for the minutes and a combination of both for the quarters).       PaymentWe accept Paypal and Bank Wire Transfers. ShippingItems will be sent via EMS Expedited Service, which includes a track&trace feature. The shipping fee is U$D 14.90 for USA residents and U$D 29.90 Worldwide. Sorry, we do not ship to Italy.Terms of SaleTo avoid any misunderstandings please ask all questions prior to bidding. If upon receipt of the item won you have any concerns, please contact us immediately and we will evaluate the situation. All sales are final unless proven that there was a gross misrepresentation in our listing.About UsWe do our best to fully represent the item in pictures and provide as much accurate information as we can. The pictures are always from the ‘actual’ watch. • Please note vintage watches are 50+ years old and may show signs of regular wear. They should never be compared to quartz watches and therefore we can not guarantee time-keeping accuracy or water resistance. • Vintages watches are delicate and may need servicing even if they are in good working condition, as all of our watches are. Our items undergo a complete service, including cleaning and oiling. Certain images/photos are the copyrighted property of MorgueFile and are used with permission under license. Place a Bid!