Decorated at the front with a lozenge shaped dial respectively set and bordered with single- and brilliant-cut diamonds, the lugs decorated with marquise-shaped rubies and pear-shaped diamonds, to the  two-tone gold straps of basket weave design set with brilliant-cut stones, circumference approximately 155mm, Italian assay and maker's marks, dial signed Etoile, case signed Etoile Geneve Swiss and numbered, Swiss assay marks.

Ruby of Burmese origin cannot be imported into the US. This piece may contain ruby of Burmese origin and therefore may not be able to be imported into the US. Certification of non-Burmese origin will be required before import of ruby into the US. Please see our Important Notices and contact the jewellery department for further information. Stamped 750 for gold. Signed Etoile Geneve Swiss to the case, numbered B 41. Mechanical movement not in running condition at time of cataloguing, please note that Sotheby's does not guarantee future working condition of watches. Rubies well matched in colour, with typical crystal inclusions, minor nicks noticeable with the aid of a 10x lens. Diamonds estimated to weigh approximately 8.00 carats, G-H colour, VS-SI clarity. Normal signs of wear to the metal, scratches consistent with age. In good condition.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Please note that colour, clarity and weight of gemstones are statements of opinion only and not statements of fact by Sotheby's. We do not guarantee, and are not responsible for any certificate from a gemological laboratory that may accompany the property. We do not guarantee that watches are in working order. 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue, in particular to the Notice regarding the treatment and condition of gemstones and to the Notice regarding import of Burmese jadeite and rubies into the US.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."