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Art-Deco 18K Gold, Ruby, Diamond Swiss Snake Band Cocktail Ladies Bracelet Watch

$9,058
£6,925.32
€7,976.57
CA$12,693.04
A$14,170.58
CHF 7,425.17
MX$173,461.81
NOK 94,299.75
SEK 88,912.69
DKK 59,529.99

About the Item

Exquisitely detailed & crafted from finest quality materials, this Art-Deco cocktail wristwatch dates back to year 1947-48, yet it's in immaculate condition & in excellent working order. Performed in 18K yellow gold, the watch case is bearing London hallmarks: crown & 18 (stamp) & letter date (on inside of the case), which corresponds to year 1947 Luxuriously looking Case is comfortable & well-proportioned, measuring 15mm across, 45mm (from lug to lug) x 9mm gracefully designed in 18K gold, lavishly decorated with 2 rows of diamonds of finest quality (from top & bottom of the dial) The unusually shaped rectangle Case features striking singular lugs, embellished with calibre cut Natural Rubies of top quality & of vivid intense red colour, complimenting the diamonds & yellow gold nicely; Extending to moving lugs that are further encrusted with diamonds of top colour & clarity (those lugs actually move, making diamonds “dance” & sparkle, hugging your wrist when the watch is on) Case is bearing a maker’s mark “D.S. & S.”, a number to the back – L4443.S (this number & mark correspond to the numbers on the bracelet) Total number of diamonds: 26 Total diamonds' weight: 0.80ct approx. Total number of rubies: 12 Total rubies’ weight: 0.40ct The Swiss 17-jewel Movement is manual (hand-winding) & is in excellent working order The desirable Champagne Dial is in beautiful original condition & easy-to-read, adorned with clear black Baton Numerals & hands The bracelet is crafted in 9K solid yellow gold & features a rare & sought-after snake “gas-pipes” band, that's eye-catching & visually striking Bracelet is sturdy yet flexible, with secure & comfortable clasp, stamped & hallmarked, with letter date 1948, bearing the same maker’s mark & serial number (as the watch case) Circumference: 20cm Total item's weight: 33.7gr. An epitome of stunning accessory & reliable timepiece, this classy wristwatch has a great presence on a wrist. The timepiece used to belong to a prominent Melbourne family, who originally bought it in London after WWII. Impeccable provenance together with the fabulous & timeless design make this piece a truly unique & important acquisition, as well as a great investment piece. The timepiece comes in a box, accompanied by valuation certificate & 6 months warranty
  • Case Material:
  • Stone:
  • Stone Cut:
  • Weight:
    33.7 g
  • Strap Material:
    Gold
  • Case Shape:
    Rectangle
  • Movement:
  • Case Dimensions:
    Height: 1.78 in (45 mm)Width: 0.6 in (15 mm)
  • Style:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1940
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    MELBOURNE, AU
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU3412224539352

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