Lot 357
- 357
Diamond and ruby bracelet-watch, Boucheron, Paris, circa 1945
Estimate
30,000 - 40,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Boucheron
The center designed as a buckle composed of a pavé-set diamond loop enclosing a flared segment inset with a rectangular watch dial on one end, the other end concealing a deployant buckle, decorated with a row of baguette diamonds and applied with an interlocking diamond and ruby monogram, completed by a two-strand bracelet of tubular links set with small round diamonds, the total diamond weight approximately 14.50 carats, mounted in platinum and 18 karat white gold, case signed Boucheron, Paris, movement by Cyma Watch Co., French assay mark and maker's mark for Verger et Fils.
Condition
Case number 15054, movement number 1060, inside of case sigend Boucheron, Paris, on movement bridge: Cyma Watch Co., Swiss. Presently working but needs service and overhaul to run precisely. See Notice Regarding Condition of Watches on page 368 of the catalogue. Diamonds are approximately G-I color and VS-I clarity. Rubies are a medium deep red, one small one near the center appears to be a replacement. 6 1/2 inches interior circumference. In good condition overall. Signed Boucheron Paris on corner of caseback.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion. Illustrations in the catalogue may not be actual size. Prospective purchasers are reminded that, unless the catalogue description specifically states that a stone is natural, we have assumed that some form of treatment may have been used and that such treatment may not be permanent. Our presale estimates reflect this assumption.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion. Illustrations in the catalogue may not be actual size. Prospective purchasers are reminded that, unless the catalogue description specifically states that a stone is natural, we have assumed that some form of treatment may have been used and that such treatment may not be permanent. Our presale estimates reflect this assumption.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.