Bidspirit auction | Girard-Perregaux Ladies Vintage 10K Gold

Girard-Perregaux Ladies Vintage 10K Gold Filled 17 Jewel Mechanical Watch Reference 61 290 - A vintage ladies cocktail wristwatch by the Swiss manufacturer Girard-Perregaux. The timepiece features a 10 karat gold-filled case with a square-shaped dial. The dial is marked Girard Perregaux and features dot hour markers. The watch is powered by a 17-jewel Swiss unadjusted manual wind mechanical movement, marked Girard-Perregaux and Co, caliber 61 290, and the US import code GXM. The interior of the case back displays several hand-scratched watchmaker service marks including 128279, L89037, and 59719. The watch is fitted to a gold-tone expansion-style bracelet with connectors marked S.M. Made In. Case width: 16 mm (5/8 inch). The watch is in poor vintage condition and is suitable for parts or restoration. The dial exhibits heavy mottling, spotting, and significant green oxidation (verdigris). The crystal shows extensive surface scratching. The 10 karat gold-filled case has surface scratches and wear consistent with age, including some wear-through of the gold layer on the edges. Per user provided information, the movement runs, though timekeeping accuracy and power reserve have not been tested.