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VERY RARE 52mm REPEATER MOON PHASE CALENDAR BY LE PHARE С 1890 LARGE WRISTWATCH
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Description Condition: Pre-owned: An item that has been used or worn previously. See the seller’s listing for full details and description of any imperfections. See all condition definitions- opens in a new window or tab ... Read moreabout the condition Brand: Le Phare Case Material: Stainless Steel Gender: Men's Band Material: Leather Movement: Mechanical: Hand-winding Year of Manufacture: Pre-1920 Display: Analog
Very rare 52mm steel watch with High Quality Quarter Repeater With Moon Phase, Calendar and Second Chronograph movement BY LE PHARE, very good condition. WRISTWATCH, circa 1890. CASE: stainless steel, new - custom made, hand-crafted, turnable bezel, build specially for this wonderful movement. Two glasses in front of and at the back. Case in
super condition.
DIAL: original beautiful porcelain dial with Rom. hours numerals.
MOVEMENT: original Le Phare 1/4 Repeater with Moon Phase, Calendar and Second Chronograph, manual winding, stripe decorated,wheel gold screw balance, dating the watch circa 1890 as per company production records. This mechanism/model being a registered design by Le Phare. Movement in good working condition, clean, great keep time. SIZE : 52 mm(not counting the crown), 60 mm long(lugs to lugs). BRAND: leather, 22 mm. The watch is in a working order (the watch is set to 20.00 (evening). Wind the clock at this time. Preferably in the evening to wind watch.
Attention!
When setting the time can not touch the levers set the calendar (you can break setter calendar). Calendar it is possible to establish only in hours from 8.00 to 17.00.
From 17.00 to 8.00 the calendar cannot be established - the mechanism of hours at this time works and it is possible to break hours.
If you want set the time you must move the hands only forward and not backward. The crown should never be pulled out. To set the time one must push the set button and turn the crown so the time goes forward. When winding the crown, you must stop once you feel resistance.
Use the chronograph only winding at full hours.), condition good. All mechanisms are professionally serviceable new oiled and adjusted. This beautiful, unusual wristwatch can serve as a perfect gift or a valuable addition to anyone's rare watch collection! Over time, the price of this timepiece will only increase! We check all our items old 80-100 years with different professional watchman before selling . The items sold are definitely original but we can not guarantee 100% authenticity for EVERY PART of secondhand items because these items are not brand new. So please read the description very carefully as we state which parts are NEW & which are ORIGINAL. Please bear in mind that you are buying a used watch and it will require service at some point in time.
History
History of Le Phare Watches.Charles-Ami Barbezat-Baillot was born in Bayard (Neuchâtel) on March 6, 1847, the son of Charles Henri Barbezat (1809-1889). His birth name was Charles-Ami Barbezat, he wore the Doppelnamem since his marriage in 1883 he was the brother of Henri Barbezat-Bôle.Charles Barbezat completed a watchmaker apprenticeship with Henri Jean Victor Guye. Henri Guye-Houriet recognized early the talent of the young Barbezat why he later made him a sharer and his trading house then in 1867 "Guye & Barbezat" renamed. Around 1875 married Charles and extended his own surname with his wife Baillot to Barbezat-Baillot. 1877 Emile Eduard, 1879 Alfred Louis and Philippe Albert, 1883 Elisabeth, 1888 Maurice André and Marguerite 1892 1875 Charles Alfred, 1876 Samuel Henri: From this marriage eight children were born.1877 dies Guye and Henri Charles Barbezat led the trading business continued alone. The purchase of a house in the Rue de la côte 32 in Le Locle he had finally enough space for now 10 employees, which also carried out repairs of marine chronometers and complicated movements. On 4.3.1879 grant of U.S. Patent Nr.212.882 (patent for a calendar). 1880 Gold medal in Groningen.July 1881 also a gold medal in La Chaux-de-Fonds at the National Exhibition of various watches pocket watches with calendars. On February 17, 1883 under the 876 mark tenses, as well as registered under Nr.877 Viam temporis illumino as a trademark. Due to increasing demand, the staff increased their production.In the colonial and export exhibition in Amsterdam ("International Colonial en Untvoerhandel Tentoonstellung" 1:05 -. 11.01.1883) was one presented by two great honor Diplomas for Swiss Exhibitors - the second was Patek Philippe & Co in 1883 .. Charles Barbezat changed its name to C.Barbezat-Baillot. The dials were either signed "CB" or "C.Barbezat-Baillot, Le Locle".On November 30, 1888, the brand name Le Phare was entered in Le Locle. At the exhibition in Paris in 1889 Charles Barbezat-Baillot was awarded a gold medal for the high quality of his work. In 1896 he receives another gold medal at the National Exhibition in Geneva.1896 Completion of the factory building complex, which had to expand the production facilities of the constantly increasing demand with continuous extensions to the original home of Ch.Barbezat-Baillot 1883. Meanwhile, the company employed 200 employees and the organizers of the International Exhibition in Brussels appointed Charles Barbezat-Baillot as a member of their jury. On March 3, 1905, the trading name of Barbezat-Baillot was renamed Le Phare by the continued success. 1905 Charles won Barbezat-Baillot at the World Exhibition in Liege ("Exposition Universelle et Internationale de Liège" 27.04 -. 06.11.1905) the "Hors Concours".Gold medal in 1906 at the International Exhibition ("Esposizione Internazionale del Sempione", 28.04 -. 11.11.1906) in Milan. Gold medal in 1914 in Bern on the Swiss national exhibition (5.15 -. 15.10.1914). P.S. : After purchase, you will receive the item as you see in the pictures. If you will have any problem with you item after buying please contact me first before leaving negative or neutral feedbacks,we will find decision together–suitable for you and me. Payment Policy Buyer must notify me within 24 hrs of auction close as to how and when he or she intends to pay. Winning bidders must fully pay within 7 days of the auction. After 7 days the piece will be relisted and appropriate action taken against the non-paying bidder. I participate in the eBay Non-Paying Bidder program. I prefer PAYPAL but another methods are also accepted with prior approval. Please contact me FIRST BEFORE sending a cheque to get full address. Zero feedback and negative feedback bidders must first email me BEFORE bidding. All I need is a brief courtesy email telling me who you are and how you would intend to pay if you where successful. I reserve the right to cancel any bids on this auction. Shipping Policy SHIPPING WORLDWIDE!!! International shipments will sent via Economy Shipping with tracking number - to 30 business days, depending on the buyer's location. 35$-75$ Express Mail Service (EMS) - 10 to 14 business days.
For Italy, Malaysia, Mexico and Australia is recommended shipment only via Express Express Shipping. Items will be shipped to confirmed address on eBay. Please check with eBay if your address is confirmed. Import duties, taxes and charges are not included in the item price or shipping charges. Prior to bidding, check your country's customs regulations to determine any additional costs. For all shipments the value of the item will be declared lower than the auction price for custom duties. Also I will mark item as "gift". The taxes should be minimal. I do combine shipping whenever possible. I will ship internationally but cannot be held responsible for the time the post office and/or customs takes to release the package to you. Returns Policy If you are in any way unsatisfied. I will fully refund the purchase price after returning the watch. My goal is to exceed my client's expectations throughout the buying experience. I and my team stand behind our products, if for any reason you'll receive your product damaged, please contact us immediately via email BEFORE leaving your feedback, will gladly assist you in any way we can. Your satisfaction is important to me. Terms If you have any questions after reading the description or viewing the pictures please email me PRIOR to bidding. I want you to feel safe and satisfied with the purchase of your item on eBay. If you have less than a year of eBay experience or less than 10 feedback points, please send an email before placing any bids. I hate to place the restriction but I want this to be a happy experience for both of us. I try to the best of my knowledge and ability to describe your item as if you were holding it your hand to purchase. I want you to be happy with your purchase and strive for excellence. I would appreciate an attempt to work anything out before you post negative feedback. I will be placing lots of goodies over the next few weeks so keep your eye on my site and mark me as a favorite. THANK YOU FOR LOOKING!
Description
| Condition: | Pre-owned: An item that has been used or worn previously. See the seller’s listing for full details and description of any imperfections. See all condition definitions- opens in a new window or tab ... Read moreabout the condition | Brand: | Le Phare |
| Case Material: | Stainless Steel | Gender: | Men's |
| Band Material: | Leather | Movement: | Mechanical: Hand-winding |
| Year of Manufacture: | Pre-1920 | Display: | Analog |
Very rare 52mm steel watch with High Quality Quarter Repeater With Moon Phase, Calendar and Second Chronograph movement BY LE PHARE, very good condition. WRISTWATCH, circa 1890.
For Italy, Malaysia, Mexico and Australia is recommended shipment only via Express Express Shipping. Items will be shipped to confirmed address on eBay. Please check with eBay if your address is confirmed. Import duties, taxes and charges are not included in the item price or shipping charges. Prior to bidding, check your country's customs regulations to determine any additional costs. For all shipments the value of the item will be declared lower than the auction price for custom duties. Also I will mark item as "gift". The taxes should be minimal. I do combine shipping whenever possible. I will ship internationally but cannot be held responsible for the time the post office and/or customs takes to release the package to you. Returns Policy If you are in any way unsatisfied. I will fully refund the purchase price after returning the watch. My goal is to exceed my client's expectations throughout the buying experience. I and my team stand behind our products, if for any reason you'll receive your product damaged, please contact us immediately via email BEFORE leaving your feedback, will gladly assist you in any way we can. Your satisfaction is important to me. Terms If you have any questions after reading the description or viewing the pictures please email me PRIOR to bidding. I want you to feel safe and satisfied with the purchase of your item on eBay. If you have less than a year of eBay experience or less than 10 feedback points, please send an email before placing any bids. I hate to place the restriction but I want this to be a happy experience for both of us. I try to the best of my knowledge and ability to describe your item as if you were holding it your hand to purchase. I want you to be happy with your purchase and strive for excellence. I would appreciate an attempt to work anything out before you post negative feedback. I will be placing lots of goodies over the next few weeks so keep your eye on my site and mark me as a favorite. THANK YOU FOR LOOKING!
CASE: stainless steel, new - custom made, hand-crafted, turnable bezel, build specially for this wonderful movement. Two glasses in front of and at the back. Case in
super condition.
DIAL: original beautiful porcelain dial with Rom. hours numerals.
MOVEMENT: original Le Phare 1/4 Repeater with Moon Phase, Calendar and Second Chronograph, manual winding, stripe decorated,wheel gold screw balance, dating the watch circa 1890 as per company production records. This mechanism/model being a registered design by Le Phare. Movement in good working condition, clean, great keep time. SIZE : 52 mm(not counting the crown), 60 mm long(lugs to lugs). BRAND: leather, 22 mm. The watch is in a working order (the watch is set to 20.00 (evening). Wind the clock at this time. Preferably in the evening to wind watch.
Attention!
When setting the time can not touch the levers set the calendar (you can break setter calendar). Calendar it is possible to establish only in hours from 8.00 to 17.00.
From 17.00 to 8.00 the calendar cannot be established - the mechanism of hours at this time works and it is possible to break hours.
If you want set the time you must move the hands only forward and not backward. The crown should never be pulled out. To set the time one must push the set button and turn the crown so the time goes forward. When winding the crown, you must stop once you feel resistance.
Use the chronograph only winding at full hours.), condition good. All mechanisms are professionally serviceable new oiled and adjusted. This beautiful, unusual wristwatch can serve as a perfect gift or a valuable addition to anyone's rare watch collection! Over time, the price of this timepiece will only increase! We check all our items old 80-100 years with different professional watchman before selling . The items sold are definitely original but we can not guarantee 100% authenticity for EVERY PART of secondhand items because these items are not brand new. So please read the description very carefully as we state which parts are NEW & which are ORIGINAL. Please bear in mind that you are buying a used watch and it will require service at some point in time.
History
History of Le Phare Watches.Charles-Ami Barbezat-Baillot was born in Bayard (Neuchâtel) on March 6, 1847, the son of Charles Henri Barbezat (1809-1889). His birth name was Charles-Ami Barbezat, he wore the Doppelnamem since his marriage in 1883 he was the brother of Henri Barbezat-Bôle.Charles Barbezat completed a watchmaker apprenticeship with Henri Jean Victor Guye. Henri Guye-Houriet recognized early the talent of the young Barbezat why he later made him a sharer and his trading house then in 1867 "Guye & Barbezat" renamed. Around 1875 married Charles and extended his own surname with his wife Baillot to Barbezat-Baillot. 1877 Emile Eduard, 1879 Alfred Louis and Philippe Albert, 1883 Elisabeth, 1888 Maurice André and Marguerite 1892 1875 Charles Alfred, 1876 Samuel Henri: From this marriage eight children were born.1877 dies Guye and Henri Charles Barbezat led the trading business continued alone. The purchase of a house in the Rue de la côte 32 in Le Locle he had finally enough space for now 10 employees, which also carried out repairs of marine chronometers and complicated movements. On 4.3.1879 grant of U.S. Patent Nr.212.882 (patent for a calendar). 1880 Gold medal in Groningen.July 1881 also a gold medal in La Chaux-de-Fonds at the National Exhibition of various watches pocket watches with calendars. On February 17, 1883 under the 876 mark tenses, as well as registered under Nr.877 Viam temporis illumino as a trademark. Due to increasing demand, the staff increased their production.In the colonial and export exhibition in Amsterdam ("International Colonial en Untvoerhandel Tentoonstellung" 1:05 -. 11.01.1883) was one presented by two great honor Diplomas for Swiss Exhibitors - the second was Patek Philippe & Co in 1883 .. Charles Barbezat changed its name to C.Barbezat-Baillot. The dials were either signed "CB" or "C.Barbezat-Baillot, Le Locle".On November 30, 1888, the brand name Le Phare was entered in Le Locle. At the exhibition in Paris in 1889 Charles Barbezat-Baillot was awarded a gold medal for the high quality of his work. In 1896 he receives another gold medal at the National Exhibition in Geneva.1896 Completion of the factory building complex, which had to expand the production facilities of the constantly increasing demand with continuous extensions to the original home of Ch.Barbezat-Baillot 1883. Meanwhile, the company employed 200 employees and the organizers of the International Exhibition in Brussels appointed Charles Barbezat-Baillot as a member of their jury. On March 3, 1905, the trading name of Barbezat-Baillot was renamed Le Phare by the continued success. 1905 Charles won Barbezat-Baillot at the World Exhibition in Liege ("Exposition Universelle et Internationale de Liège" 27.04 -. 06.11.1905) the "Hors Concours".Gold medal in 1906 at the International Exhibition ("Esposizione Internazionale del Sempione", 28.04 -. 11.11.1906) in Milan. Gold medal in 1914 in Bern on the Swiss national exhibition (5.15 -. 15.10.1914). P.S. : After purchase, you will receive the item as you see in the pictures. If you will have any problem with you item after buying please contact me first before leaving negative or neutral feedbacks,we will find decision together–suitable for you and me.
Payment Policy Buyer must notify me within 24 hrs of auction close as to how and when he or she intends to pay. Winning bidders must fully pay within 7 days of the auction. After 7 days the piece will be relisted and appropriate action taken against the non-paying bidder. I participate in the eBay Non-Paying Bidder program. I prefer PAYPAL but another methods are also accepted with prior approval. Please contact me FIRST BEFORE sending a cheque to get full address. Zero feedback and negative feedback bidders must first email me BEFORE bidding. All I need is a brief courtesy email telling me who you are and how you would intend to pay if you where successful. I reserve the right to cancel any bids on this auction. Shipping Policy SHIPPING WORLDWIDE!!! International shipments will sent via Economy Shipping with tracking number - to 30 business days, depending on the buyer's location. 35$-75$ Express Mail Service (EMS) - 10 to 14 business days.super condition.
DIAL: original beautiful porcelain dial with Rom. hours numerals.
MOVEMENT: original Le Phare 1/4 Repeater with Moon Phase, Calendar and Second Chronograph, manual winding, stripe decorated,wheel gold screw balance, dating the watch circa 1890 as per company production records. This mechanism/model being a registered design by Le Phare. Movement in good working condition, clean, great keep time. SIZE : 52 mm(not counting the crown), 60 mm long(lugs to lugs). BRAND: leather, 22 mm. The watch is in a working order (the watch is set to 20.00 (evening). Wind the clock at this time. Preferably in the evening to wind watch.
Attention!
When setting the time can not touch the levers set the calendar (you can break setter calendar). Calendar it is possible to establish only in hours from 8.00 to 17.00.
From 17.00 to 8.00 the calendar cannot be established - the mechanism of hours at this time works and it is possible to break hours.
If you want set the time you must move the hands only forward and not backward. The crown should never be pulled out. To set the time one must push the set button and turn the crown so the time goes forward. When winding the crown, you must stop once you feel resistance.
Use the chronograph only winding at full hours.), condition good. All mechanisms are professionally serviceable new oiled and adjusted. This beautiful, unusual wristwatch can serve as a perfect gift or a valuable addition to anyone's rare watch collection! Over time, the price of this timepiece will only increase! We check all our items old 80-100 years with different professional watchman before selling . The items sold are definitely original but we can not guarantee 100% authenticity for EVERY PART of secondhand items because these items are not brand new. So please read the description very carefully as we state which parts are NEW & which are ORIGINAL. Please bear in mind that you are buying a used watch and it will require service at some point in time.
History
History of Le Phare Watches.Charles-Ami Barbezat-Baillot was born in Bayard (Neuchâtel) on March 6, 1847, the son of Charles Henri Barbezat (1809-1889). His birth name was Charles-Ami Barbezat, he wore the Doppelnamem since his marriage in 1883 he was the brother of Henri Barbezat-Bôle.Charles Barbezat completed a watchmaker apprenticeship with Henri Jean Victor Guye. Henri Guye-Houriet recognized early the talent of the young Barbezat why he later made him a sharer and his trading house then in 1867 "Guye & Barbezat" renamed. Around 1875 married Charles and extended his own surname with his wife Baillot to Barbezat-Baillot. 1877 Emile Eduard, 1879 Alfred Louis and Philippe Albert, 1883 Elisabeth, 1888 Maurice André and Marguerite 1892 1875 Charles Alfred, 1876 Samuel Henri: From this marriage eight children were born.1877 dies Guye and Henri Charles Barbezat led the trading business continued alone. The purchase of a house in the Rue de la côte 32 in Le Locle he had finally enough space for now 10 employees, which also carried out repairs of marine chronometers and complicated movements. On 4.3.1879 grant of U.S. Patent Nr.212.882 (patent for a calendar). 1880 Gold medal in Groningen.July 1881 also a gold medal in La Chaux-de-Fonds at the National Exhibition of various watches pocket watches with calendars. On February 17, 1883 under the 876 mark tenses, as well as registered under Nr.877 Viam temporis illumino as a trademark. Due to increasing demand, the staff increased their production.In the colonial and export exhibition in Amsterdam ("International Colonial en Untvoerhandel Tentoonstellung" 1:05 -. 11.01.1883) was one presented by two great honor Diplomas for Swiss Exhibitors - the second was Patek Philippe & Co in 1883 .. Charles Barbezat changed its name to C.Barbezat-Baillot. The dials were either signed "CB" or "C.Barbezat-Baillot, Le Locle".On November 30, 1888, the brand name Le Phare was entered in Le Locle. At the exhibition in Paris in 1889 Charles Barbezat-Baillot was awarded a gold medal for the high quality of his work. In 1896 he receives another gold medal at the National Exhibition in Geneva.1896 Completion of the factory building complex, which had to expand the production facilities of the constantly increasing demand with continuous extensions to the original home of Ch.Barbezat-Baillot 1883. Meanwhile, the company employed 200 employees and the organizers of the International Exhibition in Brussels appointed Charles Barbezat-Baillot as a member of their jury. On March 3, 1905, the trading name of Barbezat-Baillot was renamed Le Phare by the continued success. 1905 Charles won Barbezat-Baillot at the World Exhibition in Liege ("Exposition Universelle et Internationale de Liège" 27.04 -. 06.11.1905) the "Hors Concours".Gold medal in 1906 at the International Exhibition ("Esposizione Internazionale del Sempione", 28.04 -. 11.11.1906) in Milan. Gold medal in 1914 in Bern on the Swiss national exhibition (5.15 -. 15.10.1914).
For Italy, Malaysia, Mexico and Australia is recommended shipment only via Express Express Shipping. Items will be shipped to confirmed address on eBay. Please check with eBay if your address is confirmed. Import duties, taxes and charges are not included in the item price or shipping charges. Prior to bidding, check your country's customs regulations to determine any additional costs. For all shipments the value of the item will be declared lower than the auction price for custom duties. Also I will mark item as "gift". The taxes should be minimal. I do combine shipping whenever possible. I will ship internationally but cannot be held responsible for the time the post office and/or customs takes to release the package to you. Returns Policy If you are in any way unsatisfied. I will fully refund the purchase price after returning the watch. My goal is to exceed my client's expectations throughout the buying experience. I and my team stand behind our products, if for any reason you'll receive your product damaged, please contact us immediately via email BEFORE leaving your feedback, will gladly assist you in any way we can. Your satisfaction is important to me. Terms If you have any questions after reading the description or viewing the pictures please email me PRIOR to bidding. I want you to feel safe and satisfied with the purchase of your item on eBay. If you have less than a year of eBay experience or less than 10 feedback points, please send an email before placing any bids. I hate to place the restriction but I want this to be a happy experience for both of us. I try to the best of my knowledge and ability to describe your item as if you were holding it your hand to purchase. I want you to be happy with your purchase and strive for excellence. I would appreciate an attempt to work anything out before you post negative feedback. I will be placing lots of goodies over the next few weeks so keep your eye on my site and mark me as a favorite. THANK YOU FOR LOOKING!