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18 Karat Gold Coin Bracelet and a Silver Mexican Peso Watch
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- gold, silver
The gold link bracelet suspending a 20 peso coin, gross weight approximately 82 dwts, length 8 inches; together with a watch, the dial composed of a skeletonized 1866 Mexican peso, the caseback designed as the Aztec calendar stone surmounted by the Mexican Imperial Coat of Arms.
Condition
In good condition. GOLD BRACELET: Bears a nice heft. The gold could benefit from a polish. The clasp fitted with a safety. SILVER PESO WATCH: Accompanied by a later added silver chain. The silver exhibits tarnishing. The movement is no longer running. Please see Important Notice Regarding Condition of Watches on page 287 of the printed catalogue.
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.
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.
Catalogue Note
For a watch of similar design, see Paul Flato: Jeweler to the Stars by Elizabeth Irvine Bray, page 197.