- 151
Gold and Ruby Wristwatch, Retailed by Laykin et Cie., Circa 1940
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- gold,ruby,wristwatch
Set with round and calibré-cut rubies, manual movement, length 6¾ inches, dial signed Laykin et Cie., caseback signed 'From France', clasp numbered 902.
Condition
Mounting with light wear commensurate with age. Set with 38 round and 10 calibré-cut, richly saturated deep red rubies (one calibré-cut chipped); well matched. Light soiling to dial. Manual movement, in good running condition. On the movement's first case, serial #16179. Stamped with maker's mark for Verger Frères, also engraved VERGER FRANCE. This mark was employed from 1911 onward when the firm's founder, Ferdinand Verger, brought his sons into the business. The movement's bridge marked "ALL STATER WATCH CO. SWISS - 17 JEWELS - UNADJUSTED". The movement is modern, Ebauche made by Swiss "FELA A.S." Caliber F.21, shock proof, later-made in 1958 to fit exactly into the case. Please see Important Notice Regarding Condition of Watches on page 158 of the catalogue.
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.
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.