Lot 432
  • 432

Three Gold Wristwatches

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description

  • gold, diamond
The first cover-watch set with round diamonds weighing approximately 1.75 carats, completed by a gold multi-strand bracelet, length 6¾ inches, the bracelet signed Ruser, the dial signed Juvenia; the second wristwatch centering a rectangular dial, completed by a gold link bracelet, the caseback engraved 'SSM,' length 6¾ inches, the dial signed Geneve; the third wristwatch centering a round dial completed by a gold bangle-bracelet, internal circumference 6 inches, the dial signed Gucci, Swiss.

Condition

All watches in good condition unless stated otherwise. The group consists of a GOLD CHAIN FLIP TOP WATCH: diamonds are approximately G-H color and VS clarity. The dial signed Junvenia. The mechanical movement is running, and is signed Juvenia, 17 jewels, unadjusted movement. The bracelet is signed Ruser. RECTANGULAR WATCH: dial signed Geneve, 17 Jewels, Incabloc. The crystal is heavily abraded and chipped and the dial is water-marked and soiled. The bracelet is scratched and slightly stretched, showing evidence of daily wear. The crown has been changed at some point and is not karat gold like the rest of the watch. The mechanical movement is not running. Engraved on the reverse S.S.M. BANGLE WATCH: dial signed Gucci, the mechanical movement is currently running and is signed 17 jewels, unadj. Some scratching and denting to the reverse, and light abrasions to the remainder of the watch. Please see Important Notice Regarding Condition of Watches on page 289 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.