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21. Astonishing 18K New Unused ¼ Hour Virgule Escapement Esquivillon & Dechoudens Gent’s Pocket Watch in Original Tortoise Fully Marked & Very Rare Box
France; Esquivillon & Dechoudens; Man’s; Serial #89,632; Circa: 1789
Complications: ¼-repeater & virgule escapement.
CASE: The yellow 18K, 18-size, 56mm #89,632 case features an open face and floral/machined decorations.
DIAL: This white porcelain dial displays Arabic numerals open diamond hands and is signed “Esquivillon & Dechoudens.”
MOVT: This key-set #89,632 movement with virgule escapement, is gilt, with a ¾ plate layout.
C 2 (The case is in perfect condition.)
D 2 (The dial is in perfect condition.)
M 2 (The movement is in perfect condition.)
R 10 (Rarity on a scale of #1 being very common to #10 being extremely rare.)
Experts Opinion: Ultra rare watch in an exceptionally rare tortoise layered box. Originally marked signed and dated. This extreme watch master used the exclusive virgule escapement to cap off this wonder of wonders. Oh my goodness!
Price: $22,550.00

22. Wonderful 18K Ladies Diamond & Emerald Necklace
Contemporary 18K White Gold Necklace displays 8 CTS - H/VVs1 and 6 emeralds 9.0 CTS-Deep Green- Vs Clarity. Weighs 30.5 DWTS = 47.5 grams total. Measures 10-1/2 inch drop. This as new condition necklace is a Rarity grade 9.
Expert’s opinion: 8 carat diamond and 9 carat emerald, 18K white gold magnificent ladies necklace.
Price: $22,550.00

23. Ultra Rare 18K Platinum Gent’s Patek Philippe for Gubelin 2-Tone Rectangular Watch with Original 18K Buckle and Boxes
Swiss; Patek Philippe; Man’s; Circa: 1940’s
STYLE: The length lug-to-lug is 35mm width 24mm, thickness is 5mm.
CASE: The 18K white/yellow platinum rectangular case features covered hidden lugs and a snap back.
BAND: The band is leather with an 18K Patek Philippe buckle.
DIAL: This off white dial displays Arabic numerals, minute/5-minute tracks, baton hands, and subsidiary seconds.
MOVT: This 18-jewel manual stem-set movement with lever escapement and signed.
C 3 (The case is in very good condition.)
D 2 (The dial is in perfect condition.)
M 3 (The movement is in very good condition.)
R 9 ½ (Rarity on a scale of #1 being very common to #10 being extremely rare.)
Experts Opinion: Rare E. Gubelin signed case and dial. Patek signed case, dial and movement. Platinum and 18K gold case makes this a real rarity. Two boxes and buckle certainly help!
Price: $22,550.00

24. B. Haas Jeune and Company, Gent’s 18K Gold Hunter Case, 18-Size, ¼ Hour Perpetual Calendar Moon Phase Pocket Watch
Switzerland; Maison B. Haas; Man’s; Serial#15,382; Circa: 1895
Complications: Perpetual calendar, moon phase, ¼-hour repeater.
CASE: The rose 18K gold 18-size hunter case features plain decorations and signed “BHJ Co.”
DIAL: This white enamel dial displays Arabic and Roman numerals and has spade hands.
MOVT: This 31-jewel pin-set #15,382 movement with lever escapement is nickel with a bridge style layout.
C 2 (The case is in perfect condition.)
D 2 (The dial is in perfect condition.)
M 1 (The movement is as new condition.)
R 9 (Rarity on a scale of #1 being very common to #10 being extremely rare.)
Experts Opinion: Incredible quality and condition is shown in this 31-jewel movement, flawless 4-year dial and heavy 18K gold case. Exposition medal on the dust cover and full monogram on front lid. A complicated and admirable watch by a famous master!
Price: $20,050.00

25. Magnificent 18K Diamond & Ruby Ladies Bracelet
Contemporary 18K white gold bracelet has many diamonds (2.0 CTS. - 1 Color- Vs1 claritty) and 7 rubies (10 CTS. - Rich Red Color-VVs1 clarity). This as new condition bracelet weighs 16 DWTS = 24,9 grams, measures 7 1/4 " long, and has a rarity grade of 8.
Expert’s opinion: 2 carat diamond, 10 carats rubies, 18K white gold 7 ¼ inches ladies bracelet.
Price: $6,300.00

26. Stupendous Agate & 18K Gold “Lepine” Verge Fusee with Original Matching Gold Layered Chatelaine, Key & Scent Container, and Other Charms
France; Lepine; Lady’s; Circa: 1750
Complications: Early verge.
CASE: The yellow 18K pair case features an open face, floral/repousse/& agate decorations.
DIAL: This white porcelain dial displays Roman numerals and filigree hands.
MOVT: This key-set movement with verge/fusee escapement is gilt.
C 2 (The case is in perfect condition.)
D 3 (The dial is in very good condition.)
M 3 (The movement is in very good condition.)
R 10 (Rarity on a scale of #1 being very common to #10 being extremely rare.)
Experts Opinion: Its ultra rare to find matching gold-layered Chatelaine, but to preserve keys, charms & other items along with the fusee in unheard of. This is a special set and will be sold very quickly. So help us keep it in the U.S.A. Contains 18K watch, gold key, gold scent container, 18K tambourine, unique gold cats head seal. All of this with an original “Lepine” fusee!
Price: $32,550.00

27. Exceptional Diamond & Fire Opal Ladies Ring
Contemporary 1960s 18K yellow gold ring features a large 15 Ct cabochon cut iridescent opal surrounded by 1.4 cts tw of round brilliant cut diamonds (H/VVs1). This ring weighs 6.5 DWTS = 10.1 grams is in Mint condition and a size 7-1/2. Rare estate piece.
Price: $5,000.00

28. Very Sheik 18K Piaget Quartz Man’s Polo Bracelet Wrist Watch with Box
Swiss; Piaget; Man’s; Circa: 1990’s
STYLE: The length with band 7 ¼ “ width 25mm- without a crown and thickness 6mm.
CASE: The yellow 18K gold #391,800 reference#7131/C-701 square case features 4 gold screws.
BAND: The band is original 18K gold link bracelet with a weight of 88 dwts. and length of 7 ¼ “.
DIAL: This gold dial displays baton hands.
MOVT: This quartz movement is back-set and is signed “Piaget.”
C 2 (The case is in perfect condition.)
D 2 (The dial is in perfect condition.)
M 2 (The movement is in perfect condition.)
R 8.5 (Rarity on a scale of #1 being very common to #10 being extremely rare.)
Experts Opinion: A fine super heavy 18K gold Piaget Polo weighing approx. 140 grams-approx. 4 oz. without movement. Factory 18K Piaget linked band triple signed case, dial, and movement. The band comes with leather original factory box with beige suede interior and solid gold-brushed dial. te
Price: $5,000.00

29. 18-Size 14K Box Hinge Howard Multi Colored Gent’s Pocket Watch
U.S.; Howard; Man’s; Serial #217,672; Circa: 1889
CASE: The multi-color 14K 18-size #62,713 hunter case features a box hinge, floral, geometric, horse (rubies & diamond eye) decorations.
DIAL: This white porcelain dial displays Roman numerals, Howard umbrella hands, and is signed “E. Howard & Co.”
MOVT: This 15-jewel stem-set #217,672 movement with lever escapement is nickel, with a full plate layout, and is signed.
C 2.5 (The case is in perfect condition.)
D 3 The dial is in very good condition.)
M 3 (The movement is in very good condition.)
R 9 (Rarity on a scale of #1 being very common to #10 being extremely rare.)
Experts Opinion: Horse head and precious stones make this Howard multi-color a bit scarcer than others. I must say this is a special watch for the serious Howard collector. Series VII N movement!
Price: $9,050.00

30. Stunning 18K White Gold Diamond Basket Weave Bracelet of Exceptional Quality 13 ct. of VVs/H Color Diamonds
Contemporary 18K white gold openwork basket weave bracelet displays 13 CTS of diamonds (H/VVs) and weighs 26.7 DWTS = 41.5 grams. Measures 8" in length and 24mm wide. In Mint condition.
Experts Opinion: Truly one of the most beautiful bracelets we have had the privilege to offer.
Price: $12,550.00

31. Exceptional Gent’s Rolex Gold & Steel “Thunderbird” with Date Bracelet Wrist Watch with Box
U.S.; Rolex; Man’s; Circa: 1969
STYLE: The length lug-to-lug is 44mm width 35mm without a crown, thickness 7mm.
CASE: The yellow 14K steel & gold #2,692,702 Ref#1,625 round case features curved lugs, 14K thunderbird bezel.
BAND: The band is Rolex deployment-Rolex 14K and stainless steel.
DIAL: This platinum dial displays markers, minute/5-minute tracks, baton hands, center sweep seconds, and date windows.
MOVT: This 26-jewel automatic #D850981, Cal 1,570 movement with lever escapement is stem-set and is signed “Rolex.”
C 2 (The case is in perfect condition.)
D 2 (The dial is in perfect condition.)
M 2 (The movement is in perfect condition.)
R 9 (Rarity on a scale of #1 being very common to #10 being extremely rare.)
Experts Opinion: Condition on this 14K and stainless steel turn-o-graph or thunderbird head is amazing for a 1969 model. With unheard of un-worn 14K solid gold revolving bezel and platinum finish. The watch has an original dial with date window at 3:00 and original 14K gold/stainless steel jubilee U.S.A. bracelet. Mint green leather factory box, triple signed case, dial, and movement. 14K gold Rolex winding crown-a handsome vintage Rolex! te
Price: $3,800.00

32. Dynamite Viennese Silver & Enamel Verge Fusee Rock Crystal Cross Fantasy Watch of High Importance! Comes with Key!
Paris/Austria; Ferriei; Man’s; Circa: 1822
Complications: Early verge.
CASE: The silver 65mm x 40mm open face cross features floral, repousse and enamel cutaway decorations
DIAL: This silver fancy dial displays Roman numerals and has spade hands.
MOVT: This key-set movement with verge fusee escapement is gilt with a full plate layout and is signed.
C 3 (The case is in very good condition.)
D 3 (The dial is in very good condition.)
M 3 (The movement is in very good condition.)
R 9-1/2 (Rarity on a scale of #1 being very common to #10 being extremely rare.)
Experts Opinion: An amazing piece of watch making with piercing, figural, rock crystal, fancy dial, verge fusee, engraved and enameled background. Oh my goodness!
Price: $16,550.00

33. Wondrous 18K 6.5 Carat Diamond 8 Carat Ruby Ladies Brooch
Contemporary 18K yellow gold brooch has many diamonds (6.5 CTS TW G/VVs1) and 30 rich deep red color rubies (8 CTS TW VVs). The stones are round, cushion and baguette cut. This as new condition rare brooch weighs 23.4 DWTS x 1.555 = 36.4 grams.
Expert’s opinion: Diamonds 6.5 carats, rubies 8 carats and 18K yellow gold. Outrageously beautiful brooch!
Price: $5,800.00

34. Exciting Rolex ¾ Size Gent’s New Condition Yacht Master Platinum and Steel Wrist Watch with Box, Papers, and All the Extras
Swiss; Man’s; Circa: 1999
STYLE: The length lug-to-lug is 42mm width 35mm without a crown, thickness is 8mm and the length with band is 7 ½”.
Complications: Calendar.
CASE: The white two-toned stainless platinum #A928183 reference#168,622 round case features tear drop lugs, platinum graduated, and oyster back.
BAND: The band is bracelet style, 7 ½” in length, deployment buckle original Rolex.
DIAL: This platinum dial displays markers, minute/5-minute tracks, spade hands, center sweep seconds and date windows.
MOVT: This 31-jewel automatic movement with full adjustments and lever escapement, is stem-set, and signed “Rolex.”
C 1 (The case is in as new condition.)
D 1 (The dial is in as new condition.)
M 1 (The movement is in as new condition.)
R 9 (Rarity on a scale of #1 being very common to #10 being extremely rare.)
Experts Opinion: Mint as new condition with a full package-Rolex yacht-Master platinum and stainless steel. Stainless steel oyster bracelet-deployment buckle platinum color dial. Radium numerals, frosted platinum bi-directional revolving bezel. 31-jewel mint movement-hologram sticker with matching reference numbers still like new on back lid. Triple signed case, dial, movement, also band both mint factory boxes-hang tag with matching reference numbers booklets-silver anchor-extra link and factory warranty. te
Price: $5,325.00

35. Remarkable Matched Pair of 18K Enameled Verge Fusee Diamond Décor “Memento to Mori” Skull Pocket Watch with Wooden Silver Inlayed Carry Case
Swiss/France; Man’s; Circa: 1810
Complications: Early verge.
CASE: The white 18K gold plain case features an open face, enamel, diamond, and skull form decorations.
DIAL: This white porcelain dial displays Arabic numerals and Breguet hands.
MOVT: This key-set movement with verge/fusee escapement is gilt with a full plate layout.
C 3-59 (The case is in very good condition, slight restoration-hard enamel.)
D 3-54 (The dial is in perfect condition-chipped, winding aperture.)
M 3 (The movement is in very good condition.)
R 10 (Rarity on a scale of #1 being very common to #10 being extremely rare.)
C 2 (The case is in perfect condition.)
D 2 (The dial is in perfect condition.)
M 3 (The movement is in very good condition.)
R 10 (Rarity on a scale of #1 being very common to #10 being extremely rare.)
Experts Opinion: Never before have we ever seen such a special set! These amazing 18K “Fantasy Memento Mori” skulls are extremely rare and never seen as a pair! If you are an investor this is the package for you! (Jaws are hinged to open and close.) Comes with boxes and keys.
Price: $55,050.00

36. Unique & Special Made to Duplicate a Pair of Earrings Sold at Sotheby’s October 7, 2013 for $250,000 Plus.
18K white gold earrings have many diamonds (10.76 CTS - G/H Color-VVs Clarity) and feature 2 rubies (3.2 CTS-Pigeon Blood color-VVs Clarity). The stones are round, cushion, marquise and pear shaped. These as new earrings weigh 12.3 DWT = 19.1 grams, measure 45mm drop are rare.
Expert’s opinion: Round diamonds 1.36 cts, marquis diamonds 3.4 cts., pear diamond 6.0 carats, rubies 3.2 carats. 18K white gold ladies outrageous diamond and ruby earrings of the finest quality.
Price: $22,550.00

37. Ladies 2-Tone Rolex Steel and Gold Date Just Bracelet Wrist Watch with Box
Swiss; Rolex; Lady’s; Circa: 1986
STYLE: The length lug-to-lug is 34mm width 26mm without a crown, thickness is 8mm.
CASE: The white/yellow stainless steel and 18K gold #9,510,607 reference#69,173 case features an oval shape, reeded bezel and oyster back.
BAND: The band is Rolex bracelet style.
DIAL: This silver dial displays markers, minute/5-minute, baton hands, center sweep seconds, and day windows.
MOVT: This 28-jewel automatic movement with lever escapement is stem-set and signed “Rolex.”
C 3 (The case is in very good condition.)
D 2 (The dial is in perfect condition.)
M 3 (The movement is in very good condition.)
R 8 (Rarity on a scale of #1 being very common to #10 being extremely rare.)
Experts Opinion: 18K gold and stainless steel ladies date quick set, mint original silver dial, date at 3:00 sweep seconds. Reeded 18K bezel and Rolex 18K and stainless steel jubilee bracelet. The watch was serviced 2012 ready to go with original green leather factory Rolex box-the green Rolex hologram sticker still not worn off back lid. te
Price: $2,900.00

38. Extremely Beautiful 18K Verge Fusee French Enamel Gent’s Pocket Watch in Superb Condition
France; Man’s; Circa: 1760
Complications: Early verge.
CASE: The 18K gold swing-out case features an open face and floral/enamel lovers decorations.
DIAL: This white porcelain dial displays Arabic numerals and filigree hands.
MOVT: This key-set movement with verge/fusee escapement is gilt with a full plate layout.
C 2 (The case is in perfect condition.)
D 2 (The dial is in perfect condition.)
M 2 (The movement is in perfect condition.)
R 9 ½ (Rarity on a scale of #1 being very common to #10 being extremely rare.)
Experts Opinion: I’ve seen 1,000’s of enamels, but this is one of my favorites. Fine seed pearl oval framed scene of lovers with a Guilloche enamel background and one of the finest portraits we have ever offered. A very unusual enamel in superb condition that would enhance any collection. Comes with key. A prize to own!
Price: $12,550.00

39. 18K Dent Minute Repeater Demi-Hunter Gent’s Pocket Watch
England; Dent; Man’s; Serial #44,669; Circa: 1890
Complications: Minute repeater.
CASE: The rose 18K gold 16-size (50mm) #44,669 demi-hunter case features fancy enamel monogram on reverse, and signed “GHH.”
DIAL: This white porcelain single sunk dial displays Roman numerals and spade hands.
MOVT: This 28-jewel pin-set movement is fully adjusted, with lever escapement is gilt with a full plate layout and signed.
C 2 ½ (The case is in perfect condition.)
D 2 (The dial is in perfect condition.)
M 3 (The movement is in very good condition.)
R 9 (Rarity on a scale of #1 being very common to #10 being extremely rare.)
Experts Opinion: A very fine and fully original English top quality minute repeater by Dent of London. Massive 18K case, quality through out!
Price: $12,050.00

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