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18 karat Gold, enamel and diamond openface watch and chain, T.B. Starr, circa 1900
Estimate
7,000 - 9,000 USD
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Description
The circular dial decorated en grisaille with white Arabic numerals and a central scroll against a black ground, the case applied with black enamel and decorated on both sides with old-mine diamonds in gold collets, supported on a gold and black enamel chain, watch movement signed T.B. Starr.
Condition
In good general condition, wear commensurate with age. Stamped 14CT to connecting clip of necklace. Movement presently running, signed T.B. Starr. Cuvette engraved "Sidney P. Laughlin, Pittsburgh, Pa. 1899". Chain has a 3 inch central drop that supports the watch, the length of the balance of the chain is approximately 17 inches. Diamonds are approximately H-J color, SI clarity (mounting permitting). One diamond chipped. Please note the diamonds are old European-cuts, not old mine-cuts as stated in the catalogue description. Scratching to what appears to be a later-added plastic "crystal". Light to moderate scratching to enamel throughout. Loss to enamel on the watch face side (near 9 o'clock) and losses to several beads (see illustration) but not immediately apparent. Please see the Important Notice Regarding Condition of Watches on page 227 of catalogue.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion. Illustrations in the catalogue may not be actual size. Prospective purchasers are reminded that, unless the catalogue description specifically states that a stone is natural, we have assumed that some form of treatment may have been used and that such treatment may not be permanent. Our presale estimates reflect this assumption.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion. Illustrations in the catalogue may not be actual size. Prospective purchasers are reminded that, unless the catalogue description specifically states that a stone is natural, we have assumed that some form of treatment may have been used and that such treatment may not be permanent. Our presale estimates reflect this assumption.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.