Ruby, emerald and diamond brooch/lapel watch, Tiffany & Co., circa 1925

Of giardinetto design, set with circular-cut and baguette diamonds and variously cut rubies and emeralds, the central panel hinged to reveal a watch, dial signed Tiffany & Co., jewel signed Tiffany, mechanical movement.

Rubies of Burmese origin cannot be imported into the US. This piece may contain rubies of Burmese origin and therefore may not be able to be imported into the US. Certification of non-Burmese origin will be required before import of rubies into the US. Please see our Important Notices and contact the jewellery department for further information. Mechanical movement not in running condition at time of cataloguing, please note that Sotheby's does not guarantee future working condition of watches. Please note that the movement has not been tested for the accuracy of its time keeping and therefore a service should be carried out in the near future at the buyer's expense. Dial signed Tiffany & Co., brooch signed Tiffany. Stamped IRID. PLAT. Rubies and emeralds well matched in colour, minor nicks and scratches. Black lacquer in good condition. Diamonds estimated to weigh a total of approximately 5.00 - 6.00 carats, on average G-H colour and VS-SI clarity, as gauged and graded in the mounting. Signs of normal wear to the metal, scratches consistent with use. In good condition. Gross weight approximately 37 grams.
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