Stainless Steel and Diamond 'Serpenti Tubogas' Wristwatch, Bulgari

Of serpenti design, the pear-shaped dial applied with guilloché enamel and baton indicators, framed by round diamonds, the crown applied with a rubellite cabochon, quartz movement, internal circumference 6 inches, expandable, the dial and caseback signed Bulgari, numbered SP 35 S, PO7596 and PRMTT. With signed box.

In very good condition, and the guilloché enamelwork is intact. The diamonds are approximately F-G color, predominantly VS clarity. The rubellite cabochon is a medium slightly purplish pink and eye-clean to slightly included. Quartz movement, currently running. Expandable for ease of wear. Signed on the dial and caseback. Please see the Important Notice Regarding the Condition of Watches on page 289 of the printed catalogue. Please note that the estimate is $5,000-7,000 and not $15,000-20,000 as stated in 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.