Priority Bidding is here! Secure a lower Buyer’s Premium today (excludes Online Auctions and Watches). Learn More

260Σ

Ulysse Nardin

Ref. 131-77-9

San Marco Algiers 1816

A fine and rare yellow gold limited edition wristwatch with sweep centre seconds and cloisonné enamel dial

Estimate
HK$100,000 - 180,000
Lot Details
Manufacturer
Ulysse Nardin
Year
Circa 1999
Reference No
131-77-9
Movement No
20'092
Case No
7'677
Model Name
San Marco Algiers 1816
Material
18k yellow gold
Calibre
Automatic, 2892A2, 21 jewels
Bracelet/Strap
Navy <em>Ulysse Nardin</em> crocodile leather strap
Clasp/Buckle
18k yellow gold <em>Ulysse Nardin</em> buckle
Dimensions
37 mm. diameter
Signed
<em>Case, dial and movement signed, dial further numbered 3/25</em>
Accessories
With <em>Ulysse Nardin </em>undated Certificate, Certificate of Limited edition confirming the present watch is numbered 3 of a limited edition of 25 pieces only, Contrôle Officiel Suisse des Chronomètre Watch Rate Certificate, instruction manual, sales tag and leather wallet.
Catalogue Essay
The present watch is fitted with polychrome cloisonné enamel dial depicting the Bombardment of Algiers in 1816. In an attempt to end slavery practices of the Dey of Algiers, Britain fought the Bombardment of Algiers in 1816 to free to Christian slaves and stop the practice of enslaving Europeans. Following the Bombardment, around 3000 slaves were freed and a treaty was signed against the slavery of Europeans.
The present watch, numbered 3 of a limited edition of 25 pieces only, is a highly charismatic example presented in excellent overall condition.

Ulysse Nardin

Swiss | 1846
Founded in 1846 in Le Locle, Switzerland, Ulysse Nardin is a widely acclaimed Swiss watch manufacturer that earned recognition for its precision chronometers during the early to mid-twentieth century. Ulysse Nardin himself was a trained watchmaker under the guidance of his father, Leonard-Frederic Nardin, as well as master watchmakers Frederic William Dubois and Louis Jean Richard-dit-Bressel. Collectors in particular seek this brand's oversized vintage chronograph wristwatches, including the reference 7536-2.
Browse Maker