Lot 201
- 201
Lady's ruby wristwatch, Boucheron, 1940s
Estimate
3,500 - 5,500 GBP
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Description
- Gold/Ruby
The hinged cover channel-set with calibré-cut rubies opening to reveal a square dial applied with Arabic numerals, to an articulated bracelet, length approximately 160mm, dial signed Boucheron, numbered, French assay marks.
Literature
Cf: Gilles Néret Boucheron Four Generations of a World-Renowned Jeweler, Rizzoli New York, 1988, pages 134-137, for examples of similar watches by Boucheron
Condition
French assay marks on case and bracelet. Dial signed Boucheron. Dial and case numbered 9575. Rubies are well matched for colour with natural inclusions visible in some stones. Light scratches to the metal consistent with wear. Some indications of repair to the bracelet. Clasp in good working order. Overall in good condition. Paper box stamped Boucheron.
Movement not running at the time of cataloguing and is the watch is fully wound. Scuffs and scratched throughout consistent with frequent wear. The bracelet with repair work to the links near the lugs at 12. The watch has not been tested for the accuracy of its timekeeping. Please note that Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement and that a service may be required at the buyer's discretion.
"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.
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."
"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.
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."