Lot 88
  • 88

Corum, Movado

Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description

  • Corum, Movado
  • A YELLOW GOLD COIN BRACELET WATCH AND A YELLOW GOLD CENTRE SECONDS WRISTWATCH WITH DATE AND BRACELET RETAILED BY CARTIERNO 163290 AND 19760 CIRCA 1980
  • yellow gold
  • diameter 34/33 mm bracelet circumference approx. 180/175 mm
the first: manual winding lever movement, 18 jewels • dial and case composed of an 18k yellow gold coin with a raised Kanjar symbol, snap-on back, sapphire-set crown • with an 18k yellow gold integrated Corum bracelet  
the second: cal. 1538 automatic lever movement, 28 jewels • silvered dial, applied Arabic and baton indexes, aperture for date • 18k yellow gold case, screw-down back • with an 18k yellow gold Movado bracelet
both: case, dial and movement signed

Condition

Both movements running and functions operating at the time of cataloguing. Corum: case in good condition with few scuffs mainly to the back. Corum signature on the dial partly vanished probably from a cleaning. Movado: case in good condition with the usual scuffs and scratches throughout in accordance to age and use. Bracelet is loose. Dial in very good condition. The watch has not been tested to determine the accuracy of the time keeping. Please note that Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement and that a service might be required at the buyer's discretion.
"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."