Lot 155
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A LADY'S DIAMOND COCKTAIL WATCH AND A DIAMOND BRACELET, 1920s

Estimate
3,000 - 4,000 GBP
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Description

Comprising: a lady's cocktail watch, the rectangular dial applied with Arabic numerals, to a bezel and shoulders millegrain-set with single-cut diamonds, on a similarly-set strap of geometric design, length approximately 168mm; together with a bracelet, centring on an open work plaque millegrain-set with circular- and single-cut diamonds, to similarly-set shoulders of annular design, length approximately 175mm, illustrated on page 102.

Condition

PLEASE NOTE WE DO NOT GUARANTEE WATCH MOVEMENTS Watch: Estimated total diamond weight approximately 1.50 - 2.00 carats, bright, lively stones. Manual movement not running at time of cataloguing. Blued steel hands, dial a little discoloured, could benefit from a professional clean. Small chips to glass only visible with magnification. Case and bracelet with scratches consistent with age and use, one sprung link has been fixed, some yellow showing on links. Secure clasp, safety catch to either side. Bracelet: Engraved 18ct for 18 carat gold to underside of strap. Estimated total diamond weight approximately 2.50 - 3.00 carats, bright, lively stones, the principal stone spreads at approximately 0.40 carats. Well articulated bracelet, the sprung strap links a little discoloured with yellow gold showing through. Both pieces in very 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."