Lot 170
  • 170

Swiss

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description

  • A YELLOW GOLD, ENAMEL AND DIAMOND-SET BALL-FORM PENDANT WATCH WITH PEACOCK MOTIFCIRCA 1890
  • diameter 18 mm
• cylinder movement • white enamel dial, blue Arabic numerals with red 12 • ball-form case with peacock feather motif, the feathers overlaid with translucent blue and green enamel and each enhanced with a single diamond accenting the 'eye' of the feather, the hemisphere band set with old European-cut diamonds • movement and case numbered • completed by matching 14k gold and enamel brooch in the form of a peacock fanning its tail atop a diamond-set branch

Condition

The present lot can be worn as one unit, or separated as a brooch and a pendant. The movement and inside of the case are numbered 14131. The movement is running at the time of cataloguing and has been recently serviced, however it may require service in the future. The dial shows some slight discoloration to the central arbor but otherwise in good order. The case is very nicely executed overall with some slight losses and spots of to the enamel, which is accurately depicted in the catalogue photograph. Similarly there are some losses to the enamel on the peacock on the brooch, again visible in the catalogue photograph.
"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."