Lot 49
- 49
Enamel and diamond pendent watch and chain, circa 1910
Estimate
3,500 - 4,500 GBP
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Description
- platinum, steel, glass, enamel, diamond, sapphire
The round dial of grey guilloché enamel with Arabic numeral indicators and blued steel hands, within an oval case of blue and white guilloché enamel, millegrain-set with circular-cut and rose diamonds, the winder set with a cabochon sapphire, to a box link chain, length of necklace approximately 600mm, chain not illustrated.
Condition
Please note that this watch was not tested for the accuracy of time or duration of the power reserve and may need service at the buyer's discretion. Please note that Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement.
Stamped 18.75 indicating 18 carat gold, assay marks for London (for plate made abroad before 1999) and indistinct makers mark on the inside of cover lid with incised numbers. Bezel stamped 18.75. Movement stamped Grand Prix Paris, 1900 and avance retard.
Diamonds are bright and lively, scratches and small chips to stones consistent with wear.
With signs of repair to enamel, some loss to both blue and white enamel, more prominent loss to white enamel, some small chips. Light scratches to glass cover, dial with some loss to black enamel. One hand is slightly bent and with signs of loss to the blue plating. Some discolouration to metal, light scratches to metal and some small dents. Clasp closes securely. Manual winding movement. Measuring approximately 46 x 24mm, Length of chain 605mm. Overall condition commensurate with age.
"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."