Lot 970
  • 970

JACOB & CO.

Estimate
320,000 - 400,000 HKD
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Description

  • A UNIQUE AND FINE OVERSIZED WHITE GOLD, DIAMOND, YELLOW DIAMOND, SAPPHIRE AND RUBY-SET FIVE TIME ZONE WRISTWATCH CIRCA 2009 1/1 ROYAL COLLECTION DRAGON & PHOENIX EXCLUSIVELY MADE FOR SOTHEBY'S
  • diameter 49 mm
* cal. 956 five quartz movements * dial pavé-set with 1.48 carats brilliant-cut diamonds, 0.03 carat yellow diamonds, 0.30 carat black diamonds, 0.10 carat rubies, 1.32 carats sapphires and 0.13 carat cognac diamonds depicting the auspicious Chinese dragon and pheonix in bejewelled, exuberant display, black baton hands, 4 subdials for additional time zone displays * large 18k white gold circular case pavé-set with 365 brilliant-cut diamonds totalling 9.82 carats, including pavé-set diamond bezel, band, crown, crown-guard and pushers, back secured by 7 screws, engraved Special Edition 1/1 * case, sapphire crystal top and movement signed * with an 18k white gold Jacob & Co. folding buckle pavé-set with 1.28 carats of diamonds

Condition

Unique piece exclusively made for Sotheby's. Quartz movements running while cataloguing. Gemstones in nice colours and sizes. Dial: 1.48 ct white diamonds, 0.03 ct yellow diamonds, 0.30 ct black diamonds, 0.10 cts rubies, 1.32 ct sapphires and 0.13 ct cognac diamonds Case: 365 round-cut diamonds totalling 9.82 cts Buckle: 1.28 ct of diamonds. The watch is in unused condition. Overall in excellent condition. Outside of case back engraved "Special Edition 1/1". **The strap of this wristwatch is made from endangered species, please refer to important notices for further information**.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. All dimensions in catalogue descriptions are approximate. Condition reports may not specify mechanical replacements or imperfections to the movement, case, dial, pendulum, separate base(s) or dome. Watches in water-resistant cases have been opened to examine movements but no warranties are made that the watches are currently water-resistant. Please note that we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts, such as wheels, hands, crowns, crystals, screws, bracelets and leather bands, since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. In particular, please note it is the purchaser's responsibility to comply with any applicable import and export matters, particularly in relation to lots incorporating materials from endangered species.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."

**Please be advised that bands made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator and crocodile) are not sold with the watches and are for display purposes only. We reserve the right to remove these bands prior to shipping.

Important Notice regarding importation into the United States of Rolex watches
Sotheby's cannot arrange for the delivery of Rolex watches to the United States because U.S. laws restricts the import of Rolex watches. The buyer or a designated agent may collect the property in the country of sale."

Catalogue Note

Accompanied by a Jacob & Co. certificate, two-year warranty and a blue wooden presentation box.

This watch was exclusively made for Sotheby's by Jacob & Co. for the 2009 October auction series in Hong Kong.  This unique diamond and gem-set five time zone wristwatch features the auspicious Chinese Dragon and Phoenix on the dazzling dial, and marks a landmark cooperation between Sotheby's and Jacob & Co., the luxury watch and diamond jewelry house.