An Art Deco Platinum, Diamond and Onyx Wristwatch, French,
Sale 691 - Important Jewelry and Timepieces
Sep 10, 2019
4:59AM CT
Live / Chicago
Estimate
$2,000 -
$3,000
Sold for $5,500
Sold prices are inclusive of Buyer’s Premium
Lot Description
An Art Deco Platinum, Diamond and Onyx Wristwatch, French,
the bezel, case and bracelet containing two old European cut diamonds weighing approximately 1.25 carats total, 135 old European and round single cut diamonds weighing approximately 6.75 carats total, and carved onyx rings, 13.00 x 22.00 mm case dimensions, matte silvered dial, Arabic numerals, blued steel moderne hands, case back attached by two screws, manual wind gilt movement, integrated box link bracelet, hidden clasp.
Stamp: (French hallmark).
Engraved: 12643.
21.80 dwts.
Stamp: (French hallmark).
Engraved: 12643.
21.80 dwts.
Property from the Margaret A. Cooper Trust, Evanston, Illinois. Sold without reserve to benefit St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
Condition Report
Please contact the jewelry department at jewelrycr@hindmanauctions.com for any additional information or questions you may have regarding this lot.
The watch winds, sets, but has not been timed for accuracy. The wristwatch measures approximately 6 1/4 inches long. Onyx is intact. Superficial scratching is consistent with wear.
Diamond Characteristics (graded in setting):
Color: H-I.
Clarity: Mostly SI with some SI.
The watch winds, sets, but has not been timed for accuracy. The wristwatch measures approximately 6 1/4 inches long. Onyx is intact. Superficial scratching is consistent with wear.
Diamond Characteristics (graded in setting):
Color: H-I.
Clarity: Mostly SI with some SI.
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