An Imperial presentation gold ladies watch with Russian diamond-set gold brooch

the cover of the polished gold case applied with a gold Imperial eagle with enameled St. Andrew's ribbon, the hunting cased watch Pavel Buhré, circa 1900, numbered 142911, held in original red leather presentation case applied with gilt eagle, together with a Russian diamond-set gold brooch of crown form with diamond-set pendant fob, maker's marks illegible, St. Petersburg, 1908-1917, 56 standard, French control mark

the watch in overall very good condition; some small wear to enamel on decoration applied to front of case, the surface with minimal scattered scratches consistent with age and use; the box with wear to velvet and silk lining and underside consistent with age; the brooch in overall good condition, with small possible area of loss to gilt flourish on front, one stone loose, would benefit from professional cleaning
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.
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Imperial presentation ladies watches were designed to be worn suspended from an Imperial crown-form brooch. The box for the offered lot includes a space for such a brooch, but it was apparently replaced with the gem-set example, which is somewhat larger than the case opening. On the watches, and for comparable examples, see U. Tillander-Godenhielm, The Russian Imperial Award System, 1894-1917, Helsinki, 2005, pp. 209, 212.