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

$9,058
£6,876.66
€7,927.67
CA$12,813.79
A$13,795.21
CHF 7,387.60
MX$166,227.39
NOK 93,211.10
SEK 85,303.21
DKK 59,238.72

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:
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  • 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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