Lot 178
  • 178

Emerald and diamond bracelet-watch, Bulgari

Estimate
55,000 - 72,000 CHF
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Description

  • Bulgari
Designed as a snake decorated with white enamel and pear-shaped emerald eyes, the mouth opening to reveal a circular dial signed Omega, signed Bulgari, Italian assay and maker's marks.

Literature

Cf: Amanda Triossi, Bulgari: 125 Years of Italian Magnificence, Grand Palais, Milan, 2010, pgs. 362 and 363 for bracelet-watches of similar design.

Condition

Bracelet signed Bulgari, dial signed Omega, but with no maker's marks as stated in the printed catalogue. Italian assay mark 750 for 18 carat yellow gold. Mechanical movement in running condition at time of cataloguing, please note that Sotheby's does not guarantee future working condition of watches. Emeralds well matched in colour, few inclusions, minor nicks. Enamel in very good condition, minor scratches and few hairlines. Signs of normal wear to the metal, scratches consistent with use. In good condition. Gross weight approximately 212 grams.
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