Grönefeld - The New York Watch Auction: NINE New York Saturday, December 9, 2023 | Phillips

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  • Manufacturer: Grönefeld
    Year: Circa 2014
    Movement No: 319
    Case No: 9
    Model Name: Parallax Tourbillon 1912
    Material: Stainless steel
    Calibre: Manual, cal.G-03, 29 jewels
    Bracelet/Strap: Crocodile
    Clasp/Buckle: Stainless steel Grönefeld pin buckle
    Dimensions: 43mm Diameter
    Signed: Case, dial, movement and buckle signed
    Accessories: Accompanied by a Grönefeld Warranty Card, fitted presentation box, product literature, and outer packaging.

  • Catalogue Essay

    Grönefeld introduced the Parallax Tourbillon 1912 in 2014 with the aim of improving the overall functionality of the tourbillon in a wristwatch. Parallax refers to the observed displacement of an object caused by the change of the viewer’s point of view. In the case of the wristwatch, the readability of the central seconds hand against the seconds chapter ring is affected by the wearer’s wrist position, which can lead to timing errors. The raised seconds chapter ring on the three-dimensional dial sits just below the seconds hand, designed to eliminate the chance of error, allowing for a more accurate reading.

    Additionally, the in-house caliber G-03 was made with a unique hacking and resetting mechanism. With a main plate comprised of rhodium-plated nickel silver and hand-polished stainless steel bridges, the movement is exceptionally well-finished. The crown is pushed in for winding and setting, as indicated by the sector on the dial at four o’clock. When the setting position is selected, the flying tourbillon and seconds hand will reset to the 12 o’clock position and then stop. This mechanism allows the wearer to precisely set and synchronize the wristwatch to the reference time.

    The model was produced in both pink gold and stainless steel examples, both of which are long sold out. It was awarded the prestigious Grand Prix d'Horlogerie de Genève award for the Best Tourbillon watch. Consigned by the original owner, the present watch, number nine of only 12 produced, is in near new condition and is accompanied by the Grönefeld warranty card and presentation box. Today the brand is highly sought after for its innovative watchmaking, outstanding finishing, and aesthetically pleasing designs. Grönefeld watches sell out quickly, making this is a very rare opportunity for a collector.

    CONSIGNED BY THE ORIGINAL OWNER

Σ72

An innovative and attractive limited edition stainless steel flying tourbillon wristwatch with setting and winding indicator, power reserve, warranty card, and presentation box; number 9 of 12 pieces

Circa 2014
43mm Diameter
Case, dial, movement and buckle signed

Estimate
$80,000 - 160,000 
CHF72,000-144,000
€74,900-150,000
HK$625,000-1,250,000
S$109,000-218,000

Sold for $127,000

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The New York Watch Auction: NINE

New York Auction 9 - 10 December 2023