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Ulysse Nardin Ladies Art Deco Watch in New Old Stock Condition 1940's

$3,200
£2,429.84
€2,778.70
CA$4,470.86
A$4,972.58
CHF 2,596.53
MX$60,510.97
NOK 33,161.59
SEK 31,099.72
DKK 20,738.49
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FACTORY / HOUSE: Ulysse Nardin STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Cord Watch METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 35mm X Diameter 20mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 17 Jewels DIAL / HANDS: Factory Original Silvered Dial with Gilt Arabic Numeral and Dot Markers / Blued Steel Hands ATTACHMENT / BRACELET: Cord Band / Length 6 1/2 Inches or 17 cm WARRANTY: 18 months on the movement LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT This unique watch by the iconic house of Nardin is in exceptional condition. We have never seen this unique model before and the cord band is original as is the hardware. Our finest Master Watchmaker has done a Factory Quality Service on it. The Blued Steel Hands are Original as well. The watch still has its unique "Bubble Magnifier Crystal" on it as well. This is a great watch to wear for all type of occasions and can be counted on as well to get you there on time, every time.
  • Creator:
  • Strap Material:
    Fabric
  • Case Shape:
    Round
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  • Date of Manufacture:
    1940's
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. It is worth noting that this watch only had a 12-month warranty when it was new. However, we are so confident of our workmanship and team that we offer an 18-month warranty on all our watches, even those over 100 years old.
  • Seller Location:
    Long Beach, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 35471stDibs: LU422325841602

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