Lot 122
Manufacturer: National Jewelry Co.
Year: circa 1940
Material: 14ct white gold, sapphire and diamonds
Calibre: mechanical, 17 jewels
Bracelet/Strap: 14ct white gold, 175mm maximum length with case
Clasp/Buckle: 14ct white gold
Dimensions: 16.5mm diameter
Signed: dial and movement signed
Gross weight: approximately 53.30 gms PROVENANCE
Property from the original owner.
CATALOGUE ESSAY
This is a wonderful lady's gem-set bracelet watch, preserved in excellent condition from the 1940's. The diamonds and sapphires are all intact and fashioned in an iconic geometric design evocative of the 1940's.
Estimate $1,800 - $2,400
MOVEMENT: running at the time of cataloguing.
CASE: in good overall condition with signs of general surface wear, scratches, and some small dings visible throughout, consistent with age and use.
Bracelet with some stretch, equivalent wear and scuffing throughout. Clasp close secure. The crystal with minor abrasion to the surface and edges along with a few nicks at intervals. All sapphire and diamonds are intact, bright, and lively.
DIAL: in overall good condition, some scratching to dial surface and staining to edges along with visible signs of aging on hands, and hour markers.
Please note that the movement has not been tested for the accuracy of time or duration of the power reserve and may need servicing at the buyer's discretion. Leonard Joel does not guarantee the future working of the movement and we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts.
The opinions expressed in the condition reports are a guide only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Prospective buyers are encouraged to physically inspect item, or book a virtual viewing or request further images during our pre-sale period where Leonard Joel staff are available for advice.
Please note condition reports can be amended during the pre-sale period, so we strongly suggest any interested bidders check the published condition report available on the website before the auction commences. Leonard Joel makes no guarantee of the originality of mechanical or applied components. Absence of reference to such modifications does not imply that a lot is free from modifications.
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AUCTION
Sale: LJ8453
6:00pm - 12 April 2022
36-40 Queen Street, Woollahra
VIEWING
MEL: Friday 1 - Sunday 3 April, 10am - 4pm
333 Malvern Road, South Yarra VIC
SYD: Friday 8 - Sunday 10 April, 10am - 4pm
The Bond, 36-40 Queen Street, Woollahra, NSW
CONTACT
Hamish Sharma
hamish.sharma@leonardjoel.com.au
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