138Σ︎
World Time
A fine and very rare yellow gold wristwatch with hooded lugs and world time indication
Estimate
CHF7,000 - 9,000
Sold For
CHF15,625
Lot Details
Year
1950
Movement No
4'841'539
Case No
4'841'539
Model Name
World Time
Material
14k yellow gold
Calibre
Manual
Bracelet/Strap
Crocodile
Clasp/Buckle
Gold plated buckle
Dimensions
34mm. Diameter
Signed
<em>Case, dial and movement signed </em>
Specialist
Full-Cataloguing
Catalogue Essay
Louis Cottier, a much celebrated Geneva watch maker was commissioned by several well known watch manufacturers to produce his patented world time movements for them. This included greats such as Patek Philippe, Rolex, Vacheron & Constantin, and the less well known Agassiz. Cottier's output was limited to only around 455 movements in total for pocket watches, wristwatches, and clocks, so consequently this is a particularly rare example. His use of the lollipop hour hand became something of a signature for him, as can be seen on this and other brands.