Tiffany & Co. Ladies' Cocktail Watch in 14K Gold
Summary of Key Characteristics CIRCA: 1950s CASE MATERIAL: 14K yellow gold DIAL: Sunburst silver dial with applied hour markers BRACELET MATERIAL: Original integrated bracelet in 14K yellow gold CASE DIMENSIONS: 13 mm wide BRACELET SIZE: 5 3/4 inches SERIAL NUMBER: 637300 CALIBER: 489PN MOVEMENT: Manual WEIGHT: 41.50 g. The Cocktail watch was introduced int he early 1900s as a way for ladies to wear a "secret" watch, using a hinged cover to hide the time. The idea was that it was rude for a proper lady to be seen checking the time at a party. The present example was made by Concord for Tiffany & Co. • Condition: Dial is in excellent condition. Case is excellent, with minor wear. Movement is running at time of cataloging. Overall, the present example is in excellent condition. • PROPERTY OF A PRIVATE COLLECTION. PROCEEDS WILL BE DONATED TO RHODE ISLAND SCHOOL OF DESIGN. Global Shipping With customers in over 100 countries, we provide fully insured global shipping, expertly arranged by our team. The shipping costs, determined based on the insured value of the package and its destination, will be calculated post-auction and added to your invoice. Please note, VAT, duties, or any additional charges related to international shipping are not included in these costs and remain the responsibility of the buyer. Post-Auction Support As a full-service auction house, we take pride in the comprehensive range of post-auction services we offer, including ring resizing, stone replacement, and repair work. It's part of our commitment to ensure a seamless transaction and to cater to your needs even after the gavel falls. However, please note that the applicability of certain services may vary depending on the specifics of the lot. If you have any questions or need additional information such as a cost estimate, we encourage you to reach out to us. Property Sold As-Is Please be aware that all lots are sold "As Is". We do not guarantee that the lot is in pristine condition or devoid of imperfections, or wear and tear that is consistent with the age of the item. Watches, unless still in original packaging or never worn, will likely have some degree of wear and scratches. This should be expected for many of the watches offered in auction. Even if a watch is running, bidders and buyers should expect that all movements will require maintenance. Watches are not guaranteed to be keeping time. It falls under the buyer's responsibility to inspect the lot or request additional photos and condition details prior to bidding. Bidding Guidelines Please remember that once you have placed a bid on FORTUNA's platform, it cannot be retracted or reduced. Buyer's Premium and Sales Tax A buyer's premium of 25% (30% if bidding on LiveAuctioneers, Invaluable, and Bidsquare) is applicable to all winning bids and is not included in the online bid value. We collect sales tax for lots shipped to the following states within the US: CA, CO, FL, GA, IL, MA, MD, MI, NJ, NY, OH, PA, RI, SC, TN, TX, and VA. Conditions of Sale We encourage all potential bidders to consult our Conditions of Sale for comprehensive details. By placing a bid, you acknowledge that you have read and are bound by these conditions. Contact Us For further assistance or inquiries, please contact us at info@fortunaauction.com or call (212) 389-9040 . For international calls (outside of the US) and all text messages, please use WhatsApp to reach us at +1 212-389-9040 .
