23rd Feb, 2020 15:00
The Watches Auction
A MID 20TH CENTURY DIAMOND COCKTAIL WATCH
LADY'S MID TWENTIETH CENTURY DIAMOND SET QUARTZ COCKTAIL WATCH,
the rectangular dial signed Admiral, with Arabic numerals and dot hour markers, the case 14.5mm wide, with diamonds to the bezel and to the lugs, on a bracelet strap set with diamonds, the case marked PLATINUM to the interior, the strap unmarked, 20g gross, lacking box, note: the movement appears to be a later addition, likely a replacement for the original manual wind movement
The condition of watches offered at auction varies widely due to factors including age, possible restoration, repair and general wear and tear. Condition reports relate to watches’ condition at the time of inspection by McTear’s specialists, McTear’s cannot guarantee watches to function beyond that point. Watches are not tested in house for accuracy, duration or water tightness. Buyers should assume that all watches purchased will require regular servicing to be useable and reliable. If McTear’s have been unable to open a watch case safely, the completeness and functionality of the movement within cannot be commented on or guaranteed. McTear’s cannot offer any form of guarantee that movements and/or all component parts are original to any watch.
Sold for £360
Estimated at £400 - £600
Condition Report
Very good overall
Requires cleaning, polishing
Not ticking at present
Hands cannot be set - crown does not pull out
General wear, small scratches all over
Bracelet clasp working, bracelet has been extended - mismatched sections of metal visible at clasp
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