Lot 1447
  • 1447

Tiffany & Co.

Estimate
40,000 - 55,000 HKD
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Description

  • A LADY'S YELLOW GOLD AND ENAMEL PAIR CASED KEYLESS LEVER WATCH WITH ENAMEL DIALCIRCA 1905
  • diameter 27 mm
• jeweled nickel lever movement, bi-metallic compensation balance, glazed top over movement • white enamel dial, Roman numerals, outer minute ring with Arabic numerals • 18k yellow gold engraved case with red enamel, case back with polychrome enamel painted cherub • case, dial and movement signed • with an unsigned gilt and string chain

Condition

Movement running while cataloguing, but would benefit from a service. Enamel dial is intact. Some minor loss and chips to red enamel on case and bezel. Case and enamel with scuffs from normal wear. Case, cuvette and movement numbered 75771. Chain is unsigned (not made by Tiffany & Co.) with gilt intersections on black string.
"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."