Lot Details
Lot 1467
Ruby and Diamond Lapel Watch
Platinum, silver, gold, the pendant watch of circular form, centering one round ruby, further encircled by 17 cushion-shaped rubies, encrusted with 125 old-mine cut diamonds, approximately 4.35 cts., the crown set with numerous rose-cut diamonds, dial and cuvette signed Henry Capt., Geneve, L. Gallopin & Co. Inc., Geneve, #4116, circa 1890, supported by shaped links set with 56 old European-cut diamonds, approximately 2.00 cts., topped by one round ruby, circa 1920.
Estimate: $3,000 - $4,000
Sold for $7,800 (includes buyer's premium)
Additional Notes & Condition Report
Movement not running, crown does not advance, cuvette and movement No. 4116, cuvette signed L. Gallopin & Co. Inc., diameter 21.5 mm.
Rubies are a bright vivid raspberry red, very lively. Diamonds on watch are G-H-VS, on pin are I-J-VS. Length 2 3/4".
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Rubies are a bright vivid raspberry red, very lively. Diamonds on watch are G-H-VS, on pin are I-J-VS. Length 2 3/4".
Any condition statement is given as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Doyle New York shall have no responsibility for any error or omission. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging.
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