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DIAMOND FOB WATCH, 1890s
Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
The circular dial applied with Arabic numerals, the obverse embellished with floral motifs set with rose-cut diamonds and suspended from an open work brooch accented with circular- and rose-cut stones, to two diamond-set chains of curb linking, fitted case by J. Dudley, Osborne Rd, Southsea.
Condition
PLEASE NOTE WE DO NOT GUARANTEE WATCH MOVEMENTS
Manual movement running at time of cataloguing. Estimated total diamond weight 1.50 carats, bright, lively stones, please note it is not possible to accurately weigh the diamonds as several are rose cut. Case with scratches and indentations consistent with age and wear. Some small chips and light scratches to glass. Dial in very good condition. Well articulated. Safety catch to reverse of pin fitting. Weighing approximately 24.6 grams. Original fitted case a little discoloured in the interior. 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."
"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."