Lady's wristwatch, Benson, circa 1945

Of geometric design, accented with calibré-cut rubies, synthetic rubies and single-cut diamonds, to a snake link bracelet, length approximately 115mm, face signed Benson, numbered.

Rubies of Burmese origin cannot be imported into the US. This piece may contain rubies of Burmese origin and therefore may not be able to be imported into the US. Certification of non-Burmese origin will be required before import of rubies into the US. Please see our Important Notices and contact the jewelery department for further information. Please note that the movement has not been tested for the accuracy of its time keeping and therefore a service should be carried out in the near future at the buyer's expense. We do not guarantee watch movements. Movement not running at time of cataloguing. Stamped 18ct for 18 carat gold and PLATINIUM, number 3271. Stamped 9ct on the clasp. Rubies purplish red, transparent, typical inclusions visible under the naked eye, abrasions consistent with wear. Estimated total diamond weight 0.20 carat. Diamonds bright and lively. Scratches to metal consistent with wear.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Please note that colour, clarity and weight of gemstones are statements of opinion only and not statements of fact by Sotheby's. We do not guarantee, and are not responsible for any certificate from a gemological laboratory that may accompany the property. We do not guarantee that watches are in working order. 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 refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue, in particular to the Notice regarding the treatment and condition of gemstones and to the Notice regarding import of Burmese jadeite and rubies into the US.
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."