Lot 102
  • 102

Longines, LeCoultre and Swiss

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description

  • A LOT OF FIVE LADY'S OPEN-FACED PENDANT WATCHESCIRCA 1910
  • Gold, enamel, seed pearls
  • diameters: ranging from 24-27 mm
• all with: lever movements, enamel dials, hinged backs • including: three 18k gold watches, two 14k gold watches, three set with seed pearls and two set with enamel

Condition

All movements running at the time of cataloguing, however they may require service soon. No apparent hairlines to any of the dials. a) movement signed Longines, numbered 1861526, case numbered 1805356. Some pearls unusually formed. One pearl replaced with a chip of mother-of-pearl. b) cuvette numbered 7475. Inside of the case back appears to read 7485. The cuvette is signed by the retailer James Bennett of London. c) movement signed LeCoultre, cuvette and inside of case numbered 57076. d) cuvette and case numbered 250930. Slight loss to green enamel to the band near winding crown. e) cuvette and case numbered 10231. One pearl missing. Slight loss to black enamel below fleur de lys.
"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."