Lot 2161
  • 2161

UNUSUAL ENAMEL, ROCK CRYSTAL AND DIAMOND JABOT PIN AND LAPEL WATCH, circa 1925, Lacloche

Estimate
280,000 - 350,000 HKD
bidding is closed

Description

  • Lacloche
  • WA
  • 1920
The jabot pin composed of two circular rock crystal plaques decorated with black enamel leaves, enhanced with circular-cut diamonds, to a black cord suspending a detachable lapel watch of bell-form, the rock crystal case similarly decorated with black enamel leaves, housing a cream dial applied with Arabic numeral markers and blue steel hands, framed by a black enamel border, the bell top accented with circular-cut diamonds and a similarly-set circular link support, the diamonds together weighing approximately 1.80 carats, mounted in 18 karat white gold and platinum, dial signed Lacloche, numbered 66706.

Condition

Colour and Clarity: In our opinion, the diamonds are generally of G to I colours, VS2 to SI clarity. Condition: Please note that we do not guarantee the movement, which is mechanical movement and is working at present. The balance in the movement has been recently replaced. Part of the black enamel has been chipped or abraded. One frosted rock crystal has a hairline crack running in the middle, which is only seen under 10x loupe and careful check. Signs of wear to the metal, consistent with age and use.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. 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. Illustrations in the catalogue may not be actual size. Prospective purchasers are reminded that, unless the catalogue description specifically states that a stone is natural, we have assumed that some form of treatment may have been used and that such treatment may not be permanent. Our presale estimates reflect this assumption.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.