Platinum, 18 Karat Gold, Emerald, Diamond, Onyx and Enamel Lapel-Watch, Verger Frères, France

Set with an oval-shaped cabochon emerald measuring approximately 27.0 by 22.0 mm, suspended from a second oval-shaped cabochon emerald measuring approximately 17.9 by 15.3 mm, with two conical cabochon emerald accents measuring approximately 5.6 mm, set with old European and single-cut diamonds weighing approximately 3.00 carats, with eight cabochon onyx tablets, the dial framed within a modified Greek key motif applied with black enamel, with French assay marks and maker's marks for Verger Frères, pinstem missing; circa 1925.

In good condition. The cabochon emeralds range from medium to medium-light bluish green, heavily included with examples of surface-reaching inclusions and cavities throughout. The diamonds are approximately H-J color, predominantly VS clarity with a few SI clarity examples visible under magnification. The onyx and enamelwork are nicely intact and in good condition. Length approximately 4 1/4 inches. The mechanical movement is signed Swiss, 18 jewels and 4 adj. Inner caseback numbered 7085. The watch is currently inoperable due to the lack of a pinstem. Sotheby's will replace the pinstem for the purchaser, a process that will take approximately one month's time. Sotheby's cannot guarantee that the watch will return to its working condition after the pinstem has been replaced. Please see the Important Notice Regarding Condition of Watches on page 199 of the printed catalogue. Please note the stem and crown will be replaced by Sotheby's for the purchaser.
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.