- 65
Tiffany & Co.
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- A LOT OF TWO WATCHES CIRCA 1915
- gold, enamel, ruby
- diameters 49 mm and 24 mm
• the first: yellow gold and enamel watch, nickel lever movement, silvered guilloché dial, green painted indexes for Wm. Leon Graves, Breguet hands, 18k yellow gold chased and enamel case, the bezel decorated with a two tone garland of flowers, dial signed, case numbered
• the second: yellow gold, gilt metal, enamel and pink ruby-set pendant watch, nickel lever movement, white dial, black painted Arabic numerals, yellow gold case, pink ruby-set bezel and back divided by a black enamel ring, black enamel and pink ruby-set tie with a black enamel and pink ruby-set ring, movement and dial signed
• the second: yellow gold, gilt metal, enamel and pink ruby-set pendant watch, nickel lever movement, white dial, black painted Arabic numerals, yellow gold case, pink ruby-set bezel and back divided by a black enamel ring, black enamel and pink ruby-set tie with a black enamel and pink ruby-set ring, movement and dial signed
Condition
Please note that our research has indicated that Wm. Leon Graves is not a relative to Henry Graves.
Both movements running at time of cataloging, however not tested for the accuracy of time and may need service at the buyer's discretion. Both in good condition overall. Dial to the larger watch with patina and scratches.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. All dimensions in catalogue descriptions are approximate. Condition reports may not specify mechanical replacements or imperfections to the movement, case, dial, pendulum, separate base(s) or dome. Watches in water-resistant cases have been opened to examine movements but no warranties are made that the watches are currently water-resistant. Please note that we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts, such as wheels, hands, crowns, crystals, screws, bracelets and leather bands, since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. In particular, please note it is the purchaser's responsibility to comply with any applicable import and export matters, particularly in relation to lots incorporating materials from endangered species.NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
**Please be advised that bands made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator and crocodile) are not sold with the watches and are for display purposes only. We reserve the right to remove these bands prior to shipping."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. All dimensions in catalogue descriptions are approximate. Condition reports may not specify mechanical replacements or imperfections to the movement, case, dial, pendulum, separate base(s) or dome. Watches in water-resistant cases have been opened to examine movements but no warranties are made that the watches are currently water-resistant. Please note that we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts, such as wheels, hands, crowns, crystals, screws, bracelets and leather bands, since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. In particular, please note it is the purchaser's responsibility to comply with any applicable import and export matters, particularly in relation to lots incorporating materials from endangered species.NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
**Please be advised that bands made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator and crocodile) are not sold with the watches and are for display purposes only. We reserve the right to remove these bands prior to shipping."