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Lady's diamond wristwatch, Universal Genève, circa 1945
Estimate
3,000 - 4,000 GBP
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Description
- Universal Genève
- synthetic sapphire, gold
The square dial applied with blued steel hands and Roman numeral indicators, the bezel set with circular-cut diamonds, straps accented with calibré-cut synthetic sapphires, length approximately 185mm, signed Universal Genève, Swiss assay marks.
Condition
PLEASE NOTE WE DO NOT GUARANTEE WATCH MOVEMENTS.
Movement running at time of cataloguing, however it will benefit from a service in the near future. Manual movement. Signed Universal Genève. Stamped with Swiss assay marks, weight approximately 106 grams including movement. Esitmated total diamond weight approximately 1.20 - 1.40 carats, stones bright and lively. Synthetic sapphires dark blue, well matched in colour. Traces of dirt on watch face. Straps well articulated. Safety chain to side of clasp secure. The silvered dial is lightly spotted. Bracelet with moderate scuffs from wear. Abrasions to mount consistent with wear. In good condition.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Please note that colour, clarity and weight of gemstones are statements of opinion only and not statements of fact by Sotheby's. We do not guarantee, and are not responsible for any certificate from a gemological laboratory that may accompany the property. We do not guarantee that watches are in working order. 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 refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue, in particular to the Notice regarding the treatment and condition of gemstones and to the Notice regarding import of Burmese jadeite and rubies into the US.
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."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Please note that colour, clarity and weight of gemstones are statements of opinion only and not statements of fact by Sotheby's. We do not guarantee, and are not responsible for any certificate from a gemological laboratory that may accompany the property. We do not guarantee that watches are in working order. 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 refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue, in particular to the Notice regarding the treatment and condition of gemstones and to the Notice regarding import of Burmese jadeite and rubies into the US.
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."