Ruby and diamond wristwatch, circa 1930

Old European-cut and single-cut diamonds weighing approximately 4.90 carats, mounted in platinum, manual movement, dial signed Tiffany & Co., Switzerland, length 7 5/8  inches.

Please note the length is approximately 6 3/8 inches, not 7 5/8 as stated in the catalogue. Manual movement, currently running. Movement signed Longines Watch Co. Swiss, numbered 4872 491. Movement is 15 jewels, 3 adjustments. The movement and dial are loose in the case. The bracelet set with 27 carved rubies and 116 old European-cut and single-cut diamonds of decorative quality. In good condition and fitted with a safety chain. Please see Notice Regarding Condition of Watches on page 188 of the catalogue. This piece was a gift from John H. Wilkins, Jr to his wife of 27 years, Ruth M. Wilkins. Mr. Wilkins was the second-generation president of Wilkins Coffee Company of Washington, DC, a company well-known for its comedic muppet TV commercials in the late 1950s.
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.
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