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Sarasota Arts & Antique Center

640 South Washington Blvd, Suite 200

Sarasota, FL 34236
Call 1-800-424-5353 for Availability!

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1. Spectacular 18K Early Verge Repousse With Delicate Blue Enamel Background In Superb Condition
Paris, France; Gudin; Man’s; Serial # 2,757; Circa: 1765
CASE: The 16-size open face 45mm oversized 18K swing-out case features floral/repousse/enamel and musical instrument decorations.
DIAL: This white porcelain dial displays Roman numerals and arrow hands.
MOVT: The keyset No. 2,757 movement is gilt with full-plate layout, verge fusee escapement and is signed.
CONDITIONS:
C 2 (The case is in prefect condition)
D 2 (The dial is in perfect condition)
M 2 (The movement is in perfect condition)
R 8-1/2 (Rarity on a scale of #1 being very common to #10 being extremely rare.)
Experts Opinion: A well-listed master, this watch is an exceptionally high-grade for a timepiece of 250 years in age. A terrific investment!
Price: $5,800.00

2.  Amazing 18K Pink-Gold Diamond, Ruby, Pearl Bumble Bee Swiss Deco Lady’s Watch
Swiss; Elema; Lady’s; Circa: 1930’s
STYLE: The length lug-to-lug is 40mm width 20mm without a crown, length with band 6-3/4”
CASE: The 18K pink-gold snap back case is round with fancy bumble bee lugs.
BAND: The band is 18K mesh, weighs 14.75 dwts. with a length of 6-3/4”.
DIAL: The off-white dial displays Arabic numerals, hour markers, minute/5-minute track and baton hands.
MOVT: The 17-jewel manual wind movement is stem-set with a lever escapement and signed.
CONDITIONS:
C 2 (The case is in perfect condition)
D 3 (The dial is in very good condition)
M 2 (The movement is in perfect condition)
R 8 (Rarity on a scale of #1 being very common to #10 being extremely rare.)
Experts Opinion: A lovely timepiece for your favorite lady!
Price: $2,050.00


3. Outrageous Platinum Diamond Line Bracelet Circa Date: 1980 (Contemporary)
METAL:
Platinum
MAIN STONES: Diamond Weight 10.5 (TW) Quantity: 55; Cut: Princess Cut; Color: G, Clarity Vs1
WEIGHT OF PIECE: 20.56 dwts.
SIZE OF PIECE: 7-1/4” long.
CONDITION: As new
Rarity: 8 (Rarity on a scale of #1 being very common to #10 being extremely rare.)
Experts Opinion: Lovely platinum 10.5 Cts. Princess-Cut G/Vs1 Lady’s Diamond Line Bracelet
Price: $9,550.00

4. 18K Triple Signed Heavy Rose-Gold Tiffany & Co. Gent’s Hunter Case Pocket Watch
USA: Tiffany; Man’s; Serial # 100,960; Circa Date: 1910
CASE: The rose 16-size 52mm oversized 18K rose-gold hunter case is plain, weighs 76.5 dwts. (TW) and signed “Tiffany & Co.”
DIAL: This white porcelain dial displays Arabic numerals, spade hands and is signed “Tiffany & Co”
MOVT: The 18-jewel stem-set No. 100,960 nickel movement has a lever escapement, full-plate layout and is signed.
CONDITIONS:
C 2 (The case is in perfect condition)
D 2 (The dial is in perfect condition)
M 2-6 (The movement is in perfect condition, patinated)
R 8-1/2 (Rarity on a scale of #1 being very common to #10 being extremely rare.)
Experts Opinion: Glass back covers this high-grade movement. The top of the line in case, movement and dial – triple signed.
Price: $3,550.00

5. Sweet Platinum & Diamond Lady’s Deco Wrist Watch With Rare Mesh Platinum & Diamond Bracelet 3.8 Carats
USA: Waltham; Man’s; Circa Date: 1920’s
STYLE: The width 20mm without a crown, length of band 6-1/2” and thickness is 5mm.
CASE: The white platinum snap back No. 2,058 case is round with fancy hidden lugs and diamond bezel.
BAND: The mesh band has platinum and diamonds, weights 24.8 dwts. and the length is 6-1/2”.
DIAL: The off-white dial displays Arabic numerals, hour markers and Breguet hands.
MOVT: The 17-jewel manual wind movement is stem-set with a lever escapement and signed.
CONDITIONS:
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 (Rarity on a scale of #1 being very common to #10 being extremely rare.)
Experts Opinion: 3.8 Carats of excellent quality diamonds. An ultra-rare diamond mesh platinum bracelet!
Price: $4,050.00



6. 14K Ruby Drop Earrings Circa: 1950
METAL:
14K gold
MAIN STONES: Ruby; Weight: 3.0 dwts; Quantity: 8; Shape: oval/round; Color: rich blood red; Clarity: VVs
WEIGHT OF PIECE: 7.2 dwts.
SIZE OF PIECE: 47mm drop:
CONDITION: Mint
Rarity: 7 (Rarity on a scale of #1 being very common to #10 being extremely rare.)
Experts Opinion: 14K fancy cut-away drop earring with 3 carats of exceptional quality rubies.
Price: $1,775.00

7. Super 18-Size 24-Jewel Rockford Pocket Watch With Original Ferguson Dial & B. L of E. Case
USA/Ill.: Rockford; Man’s; Serial # 525,076; Circa Date: 1898
CASE: The 18-size rose-gold No. 3,422,908 open face case has B. L of E. decorations and signed “B & B Royal.”
DIAL: The white porcelain double sunk dial displays Arabic/Ferguson numerals, spade hands and signed “Rockford (Ferguson).”
MOVT: The 24-jewel No. 525,076 nickel movement has a lever escapement, full plate layout and is signed.
CONDITIONS:
C 3 (The case is in very good condition)
D 3-57 (The dial is in very good condition, slightly restored)
M 2 (The movement is in perfect condition)
R 8-1/2 (Rarity on a scale of #1 being very common to #10 being extremely rare.)
Experts Opinion: A very rare combination to find 24-jewel Rockford, Ferguson dial and B. L. of E. case. Wow!
Price: $3,050.00



8. 18K Fancy Three Tier Lugs Vacheron & Constantin Man’s Wrist Watch
Swiss; Vacheron & Constantin; Man’s; Circa: 1940’s
STYLE: The length lug-to-lug is 38mm width 31mm without a crown and has a band thickness of 5mm.
CASE: The 18K yellow-gold round case features fancy lugs and a snap back.
BAND: The band is standard leather.
DIAL: This silver dial displays Arabic numerals, markers, minute/5-minute tracks, baton hands and subsidiary seconds.
MOVT: This manual 18-jewel movement with lever escapement is stem-set.
CONDITIONS:
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: Super clean and ready to wear, sexy fancy lugs make this watch a must own!
Price: $5,050.00

9. 18K White-Gold 10 Carat Lady’s Bangle Bracelet G/VVs1 Quality
Circa: 1960 – Contemporary.
METAL: 18K white-gold
MAIN STONES: Diamond Weight 10 Cts. (TW) Quantity: Numerous; Color: G; Cut: Round/full brilliant; Clarity: VVsI
WEIGHT OF PIECE: 30.8 dwts.
SIZE OF PIECE: 65mm across x 55mm opening.
CONDITION: As new
Rarity: 9 (Rarity on a scale of #1 being very common to #10 being extremely rare.)
Experts Opinion: Admirable 18K White-Gold Lady’s Bangle Bracelet
Price: $11,050.00

10. Clean & Sharp 18-Size Coin Waltham Key-Wind/Key-Set Civil War Era Pocket Watch With Key
USA/Mass.; Waltham; Man’s; Serial# 29,254; Circa: 1866
CASE: The coin silver No. 12,387 18-size hunter case features machined decorations.
DIAL: This white porcelain dial displays Roman numerals, spade hands and is signed “American Watch Co.”.
MOVT: This key-set No. 29,254 movement with lever escapement is gilt with a full-plate layout and is signed.
CONDITIONS:
C 3 (The case is in very good condition)
D 3-46 (The dial is in very good condition, chip(s) or hairline(s) under bezel, not visible when closed
M 3-6 (The movement is in very good condition, patinated)
R 9 (Rarity on a scale of #1 being very common to #10 being extremely rare.)
Experts Opinion: A very clean Civil War gent’s pocket watch. Likely carried during the Civil War. A real treasure!
Price: $1,225.00

11. 18K Yellow & White Exceptionally Carved Unisex Rectangular Wrist Watch
Swiss; National; Unisex; Circa: 1920
STYLE: The length lug-to-lug is 37mm width 20mm without a crown and has a 5mm thickness.
CASE: The 18K yellow and white-gold rectangular No. R8625, #7400 case features curved lugs, carved bezel and a hinged snap back.
BAND: The band is standard leather.
DIAL: This white and silver two-tone dial displays Arabic numerals, minute/5-minute tracks and has spade hands.
MOVT: This manual 15-jewel movement has 3-positions with a lever escapement, stem-set and is signed.
CONDITIONS:
C 3 (The case is in very good condition)
D 3-28 (The dial is in very good condition, very well reprinted)
M 3 (The movement is in very good condition)
R 7 ½ (Rarity on a scale of #1 being very common to #10 being extremely rare.)
Experts Opinion: An extra special case for the discriminating collector!
Price: $825.00

12. 18K Diamond (2.3 Cts.) Lady’s Ruby Bracelet
Circa: 1980 - Contemporary
METAL: 18K yellow-gold.
STONES: There are numerous diamonds with a total weight of 2.3 Cts., has a G color and a VVs1 clarity. There are also numerous rubies rich red in color and it has various clarity.
WEIGHT OF PIECE: 34 dwts.
SIZE OF PIECE: 8” long.
CONDITION: Mint
Rarity: 8 ½ (Rarity on a scale of #1 being very common to #10 being extremely rare.)
Experts Opinion: Wonderful Diamond & Ruby Bracelet!
Price: $5,550.00

13. Fantastic 14K Tiffany & Co. 29-Jewel Minute Repeater Gent’s 14-Size Open Face Pocket Watch by Touchon
Swiss/Geneva; Touchon; Man’s; Serial# 251,259; Circa: 1940
CASE: The 14K yellow-gold 14-size plain case features an open face, has a stylish monogram and is signed “Touchon & Co.”.
DIAL: This silver metal dial displays Arabic numerals, Breguet hands and is signed “Tiffany & Co.”.
MOVT: This 29-jewel stem-set No. 251,259 movement with lever escapement is nickel with a bridge-style layout and signed.
CONDITIONS:
C 2 (The case is in perfect condition)
D 2-22 (The dial is in perfect condition, slightly restored)
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: These exceptional high-grade minutes are really starting to skyrocket. Hurry on this Tiffany one!
Price: $7,300.00

14. The Most Fantastic Lady’s Enamel Pearl Neck Watch With Matching Gold & Enamel Chain in Original Display Box
Swiss; E. Guellin; Lady’s; Circa: 1905
CASE: The 18K oval 28mm x 40mm oversized case is blue in color with enamel and pearls decorations and signed “Guellin.”
DIAL: This fancy blue porcelain dial displays Arabic numerals, Breguet hands and is signed “Guellin”.
MOVT: This 17-jewel stem-set movement with lever escapement is nickel with a bridge style layout and is signed.
CONDITIONS:
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: No doubt this is spectacular! Lake Geneve scene, fancy dial, chain and box. Delightful!
Price: $12,550.00

15. Outstanding Pearl (6 ½ mm) Aqua & Diamond (5.5 Cts.) Ladies Necklace.
Circa: 1970 – Contemporary
METAL: 18K white-gold
STONES: There are numerous diamonds with a total weight of 5.5 Cts. with an H color and VVs2 clarity. There is also 1 aquamarine stone with a total weight of 2.5 Cts., it is aqua in color and has VVs1 clarity.
SIZE OF PIECE: 12 ½” drop (matinee size)
CONDITION: Mint
Rarity: 8 (Rarity on a scale of #1 being very common to #10 being extremely rare.)
Experts Opinion: An exception creation!
Price: $7,050.00

16. Very Unusual & Extremely Rare 18K Early Verge Fusee Cloisonné Enamel of Exceptional Beauty, Comes with Key
France; Bachelard & Terond; Man’s; Serial# 61,144; Circa: 1818
CASE: The 18K gold 16-size, oversize 45mm No. 61,144 open face case features floral, enamel and cloisonné decorations.
DIAL: This silver dial displays Roman numerals and Scotties hands.
MOVT: This key-set movement with verge fusee escapement is gilt with a full-plate layout and is signed.
CONDITIONS:
C 2 (The case is in perfect condition)
D 3 (The dial is in very good 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: Extremely rare ultra-thin verge fusee (6mm thick verge) Chinese cloisonné enamel of the finest artistic quality. An unmatched timepiece – one-of-a-kind!
Price: $6,300.00

17. 18K Pink Universal Geneve Ladies Fancy Bracelet Wrist Watch
Swiss; Universal - Geneve; Lady’s; Circa: 1930
STYLE: The length lug-to-lug is 30mm width 16mm without a crown. The length with band is 6 ½” with a 5mm thickness.
CASE: The 18K pink-gold No. 1,076,475 rectangular case features eardrop lugs and a snap back.
BAND: The band is 18K gold link that matches the bracelet with a weight of 17.6 dwts and has a length of 6 ½”.
DIAL: This gold color dial displays Arabic numerals, markers, minute/5-minute tracks and baton hands.
MOVT: This manual 17-jewel manual with lever escapement is stem-set and is signed.
CONDITIONS:
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 8 (Rarity on a scale of #1 being very common to #10 being extremely rare.)
Experts Opinion: Heavy and great name! A sweet dress watch or for daily use!
Price: $1,525.00

18. 14K Diamond (4.2 Cts.) Ruby (1.5 Cts.) Dinner Ring
Circa: 1950 – Retro.
METAL: 14K white-gold
STONES: There are numerous diamonds with a total weight of 4.2 Cts., it is H in color and Vs1/Vs2 clarity. It also has 1 ruby with a weight of 1.5 Cts., deep red in color and Vs1 clarity.
WEIGHT OF PIECE: 10.23 dwts.
RING SIZE: 6
CONDITION: Mint
Rarity: 9 (Rarity on a scale of #1 being very common to #10 being extremely rare.)
Estate Piece
Experts Opinion: Magnificent Lady’s Dinner Ring!
Price: $5,800.00

19. Superb 23-Jewel Howard (by Waltham) Gold-Filled Gent’s Stem-Set Pocket Watch
USA; Howard; Man’s; Serial# 976,032; Circa: 1907
CASE: The gold-filled 16-size No. 1,555,514 open face case features machined decorations and is signed “Keystone E. Howard”.
DIAL: This white porcelain double sunk dial displays Arabic numerals, spade hands and is signed “Howard”.
MOVT: This 23-jewel stem-set No. 976,032 movement with lever escapement is nickel with a bridge-style layout and is signed.
CONDITIONS:
C 2 (The case is in perfect condition)
D 3-43 (minor) (The dial is in very good condition, hairline)
M 2 (The movement is in perfect condition)
R 8 ½ (Rarity on a scale of #1 being very common to #10 being extremely rare.)
Experts Opinion: An exceptional gent’s Howard of top quality!
Price: $1,025.00

20. 18K Retro Pink-Gold Diamond Synthetic Ruby Bracelet Watch
Swiss; Aoia; Lady’s; Circa: 1930
STYLE: The length lug-to-lug is 60mm width 15mm without a crown, length with band 6 ½”, thickness 10mm.
CASE: The 18K pink-gold rectangular case features oversized lugs and a snap back.
BAND: The band is 18K gold mesh flexible with a weight of 25 dwts. and has a length of 6 ½”.
DIAL: The silver dial displays Arabic numerals, minute/5-minute tracks and baton hands.
MOVT: This manual 15-jewel movement with lever escapement is stem-set.
CONDITIONS:
C 2 (The case is in perfect condition)
D 3 (The dial is in very good condition)
M 2 (The movement is in perfect condition)
R 8 (Rarity on a scale of #1 being very common to #10 being extremely rare.)
Experts Opinion: A lovely gold bracelet watch with diamonds and synthetic ruby décor. A terrific retro ladies timepiece!
Price: $2,050.00

21. 18K Natural Stone Necklace with Carnelian, Onyx & Jade
Circa: 2000 – Contemporary
METAL: 18K yellow-gold.
STONES: There are carnelian, onyx and jade stones on the necklace.
WEIGHT OF PIECE: 26.8 dwts.
SIZE OF PIECE: 19”
CONDITIONS: Mint
Rarity: 7 (Rarity on a scale of #1 being very common to #10 being extremely rare.)
Experts Opinion: Amazing Lady’s natural stone necklace!
Price: $2,3000.00

22. Scarce 16-Size New England Watch Co. Pocket Watch With Duplex Escapement & Painted Victorian Dial
USA; New England Watch Co.; Man’s; Circa: 1901
CASE: The silveroid 16-size open face case is plain.
DIAL: This fancy metal dial displays a Victorian lady, Arabic numerals and spade hands.
MOVT: This stem-set movement with duplex escapement is gilt with a full-plate layout and is signed “Padishah”.
CONDITIONS:
C 3 (The case is in very good condition)
D 2-6 (The dial is in perfect condition, patinated)
M 3 (The movement is in very good condition)
R 8 ½ (Rarity on a scale of #1 being very common to #10 being extremely rare.)
Experts Opinion: Much rarer than one would think! These fancy dials are all but gone!
Price: $625.00

23. 14K Rolex Gent’s Reeded Bezel Date Just Oyster Wrist Watch With Original Gold-Filled Buckle
Swiss; Rolex; Man’s; Circa: 1972
STYLE: The length lug-to-lug is 40mm width 34mm without a crown and band thickness of 10mm.
CASE: The 14K yellow-gold No. 3,704,581, reference# 1,503 round case features curved lugs, reeded bezel and an oyster screw back.
BAND: The band is standard leather with a gold-filled Rolex buckle.
DIAL: This gold dial displays markers, minute/5-minute tracks, has baton radium hands and center sweep seconds.
MOVT: This automatic 26-jewel fully adjusted No. D598,746 movement with lever escapement is stem-set and signed.
CONDITIONS:
C 3 (The case is in very good condition)
D 3 (The dial is in very good condition)
M 2 (The movement is in perfect condition)
R 8 ½ (Rarity on a scale of #1 being very common to #10 being extremely rare.)
Experts Opinion: The Rolex is 14K gold with a fluted bezel. Original gold dial, oyster perpetual date model, Circa 1972 and is ready to go. The Rolex has a gold-filled buckle and gold Rolex winding crown.  te
Price: $3,000.00

24. 11.5mm Triple Strand Diamond (2.4 Cts.) & 18K South Sea Pearl Lady’s Necklace
Circa: 2005 – Contemporary
METAL: 18K yellow gold.
STONES: The necklace has numerous diamonds with a total weight of 2.4 Cts., has a H/I color and VVs clarity. It also has numerous South Seas pearls.
SIZE OF PIECE: Measurements are 14”, 15” & 16”
CONDITION: As new
Rarity: 9 (Rarity on a scale of #1 being very common to #10 being extremely rare.)
Experts Opinion: Amazing Diamond & South Sea Pearl Necklace!
Price: $8,550.00

25. Scarce Verge Fusee Swing-Out Fancy Hand Painted Military Dial Pocket Watch with Key
Swiss; Man’s; Circa: 1740
Complications: Early verge and fancy dial.
CASE: The nickel 18-size, 56mm, No. 201 swing-out case is plain.
DIAL: This fancy Napoleonic soldier on horse porcelain dial displays Arabic numerals and filigree hands.
MOVT: This key-set movement with verge fusee escapement is gilt with a full-plate layout.
CONDITIONS:
C 3 (The case is in very good condition)
D 2 (The dial is in perfect condition)
M 3-8 (The movement is in very good condition, oxidized)
R 8 (Rarity on a scale of #1 being very common to #10 being extremely rare.)
Experts Opinion: Clean perfect dial, nice case with oxidized movement. A true collectors item!
Price: $1,825.00

26. Special Platinum, Diamond (2 Cts.) & Emerald (3 Cts.) Lady’s Dinner Ring
Lady’s; Circa: 1890 - Victorian
METAL: Platinum gold.
STONES: The ring has numerous diamonds with a total weight of 2.0 Cts., I in color and Vs1 clarity. It also has 1 emerald with a weight of 3 Cts., is deep green in color and SI2 clarity.
WEIGHT OF PIECE: 4.6 dwts.
RING SIZE: 7 ½
CONDITION: Mint
Rarity: 8 (Rarity on a scale of #1 being very common to #10 being extremely rare.)
Estate Piece
Experts Opinion: Special Lady’s Dinner Ring of High Quality!
Price: $4,000.00

27. Outrageous 18K White-Gold Floral Design Diamond (7 Carat) Bracelet
Lady’s; Circa: 2000 - Contemporary
METAL: 18K white gold.
STONES: The bracelet has numerous round shaped diamonds with a total weight of 7.0 Cts., it has an H color and VVs clarity.
WEIGHT OF PIECE: 24.5 dwts x 1.555 = 38.2 grams.
SIZE OF PIECE: 7 ¾”
CONDITION: As new
Rarity: 8 (Rarity on a scale of #1 being very common to #10 being extremely rare.)
Experts Opinion: Diamond Bracelet of Exceptional Quality!
Price: $10,050.00

28. Very Special 18K Enamel & Turquois Ladies Oval Hunter Case Neck Watch with Superb 14K Fancy Link Chain
Swiss; Lady’s; Serial# 14,861; Circa: 1876
CASE: The 18K yellow-gold 30mm x 35mm oversized No. 14,861 hunter case features enamel and turquois decorations.
DIAL: This white fancy blue porcelain dial displays Roman numerals and baton hands.
MOVT: This 16-jewel pin-set No. 14,861 movement with lever escapement is nickel with a bridge-style layout.
CONDITIONS:
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: Inside back offers a photo locket, an exceptionally beautiful enamel scene with fine turquoise décor. Fully carved elaborate case design. Fancy porcelain dial with light blue designs with a 34” superb chain!
Price: $4,8000.00

29. 18K Swiss Faceted Ball Neck Watch with 24” 18K Neck Chain
Swiss; Den Ro; Lady’s; Circa: 1980
CASE: The 18K yellow-gold case is round.
CHAIN: The neck chain has a weight of 21 dwts. and a length of 24”.
DIAL: This off-white dial displays Arabic numerals, 5-minute tracks and baton hands.
MOVT: This manual 17-jewel movement with lever escapement is stem-set and signed.
CONDITIONS:
C 2 (The case is in perfect condition)
D 3-15 (The dial is in very good condition, spotted)
M 2 (The movement is in perfect condition)
R 7 (Rarity on a scale of #1 being very common to #10 being extremely rare.)
Experts Opinion: A great gift of 18K gold. Your lady will love it!
Price: $1,225.00

30. Rare Rock Crystal Oversized Circa 1840 Watch Key (Size 4)
Unisex; Circa: 1840 – Georgian
METAL: Gilt
STONES: Rock crystal
SIZE OF PIECE: 32mm x 42mm
CONDITION: Near mint
Rarity: 9 (Rarity on a scale of #1 being very common to #10 being extremely rare.)
Estate Piece
Experts Opinion: An exceptional watch key of high desire!
Price: $825.00

31. Clean & Sharp 23-Jewel Series O Howard Lever-Set Railroad Pocket Watch with Original Howard Case
USA; Howard; Man’s; Serial# 1,155,112; Circa: 1912
CASE: The rose gold-filled 16-size No. 9,783,989 plain case features an open face and is signed “E. Howard”.
DIAL: This white porcelain double sunk dial displays Arabic numerals, has spade hands and is signed “Howard”.
MOVT: This 23-jewel lever-set No. 1,155,112 movement with lever escapement is nickel with a bridge style layout and is signed.
CONDITIONS:
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: A great railroad watch, some believe to be one of the finest made. This is a clean and fine running timepiece!
Price: $1,225.00

32. Rich Pink 18K Breitling Square Chronograph With Register For the Gent
Swiss; Breitling; Man’s; Circa: 1945
Complications: Square button chronograph.
STYLE: The length lug-to-lug is 43mm width 36mm without a crown.
CASE: The 18K pink-gold No. 671,130, Ref. 707 round case features curved fancy teardrop lugs and a snap back.
BAND: The band is standard leather with 18K pink-gold buckle.
DIAL: This silver dial displays Arabic numerals, 5-minute/1/5-sec./telemeter tracks, baton hands, subsidiary seconds and 45-minute register.
MOVT: This manual 17-jewel movement with lever escapement is stem-set and is signed “Breitling”.
CONDITIONS:
C 3-9 (The case is in very good condition, slightly scratched)
D 2-28 (The dial is in perfect condition, very well reprinted)
M 2 (The movement is in perfect condition)
R 8 ½ (Rarity on a scale of #1 being very common to #10 being extremely rare.)
Experts Opinion: The Breitling is 18K pink-gold, two-register, square pushers chronograph with special deep curved teardrop lugs. te
Price: $2,850.00

33. 18K Gent’s Hallmarked Watch Chain. 3 Oz. of Gold Extra Rare, Most Melted in 2011
Man’s; Circa: 1920 – Deco
METAL: 18K
WEIGHT OF PIECE: 60 dwts.
SIZE OF PIECE: Measurement is 13.25”
CONDITION: Mint
Rarity: 9 (Rarity on a scale of #1 being very common to #10 being extremely rare.)
Estate Piece
Experts Opinion: Massive 18K Watch Chain!
Price: $3,050.00

34. Adorable Cherub Embossed Ivory Miniature Stem-Wind Clock in Original Box
Swiss; Unisex; Circa: 1890
CASE: The yellow-gold 35mm x 50mm open face case features carved ivory cherubs, floral and geometric decorations.
DIAL: This off-white fancy metal dial displays Arabic numerals and has spade hands.
MOVT: This 15-jewel stem-set movement with lever escapement is nickel with a bridge-style layout and is signed.
CONDITIONS:
C 3-47 (The case is in very good condition, hairline)
D 3 (The dial is in very good condition)
M 3 (The movement is in very good condition)
R 7 ½ (Rarity on a scale of #1 being very common to #10 being extremely rare.)
Experts Opinion: Quite scarce miniature ivory clock, carved Cherubs and flowers cover the outer surface. A fancy two-tone dial tops this beauty off.
Price: $925.00

35. 18K Rare Mid-Size Patek Philippe Unisex Calatrava Wrist Watch
Swiss; Patek Philippe; Unisex; Circa: 1962
STYLE: The length lug-to-lug is 38mm width 31mm without a crown and has a thickness of 7mm.
CASE: The 18K yellow-gold No. 302,568, reference# 96 round case features curved lugs, flat bezel and a snap back.
BAND: The band is standard leather.
DIAL: This silver dial displays markers, minute/5-minute tracks, dauphine hands and subsidiary seconds.
MOVT: This manual 18-jewel, No. 965,239 movement with full adjustments and lever escapement is stem-set and is signed “Patek Philippe”.
CONDITIONS:
C 3 (The case is in very good condition)
D 3-9 (slight blemish at 10:00) (The dial is in very good condition, slightly scratched)
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: The Patek Philippe has a classic flat bezel calatrava, Circa 1962, Reference# 96 with original dial, 31mm x 38mm mid-size pocket watch. The watch is triple signed “Patek Philippe” on the case, dial and movement. te
Price: $8,300.00

36. Unique & Special Made to Duplicate a Pair of Earrings Sold at Sotheby’s October 7, 2013 for $250,000 Plus
METAL: 18K white-gold
STONES: The earrings have many diamonds (10.76 Cts.-G/H Color-VVs Clarity) and the earrings also have 2 rubies (3.2 Cts.- Pigeon blood color-VVs Clarity). The stones are round, cushion, marquise and pear shaped.
WEIGHT OF PIECE: 12.3 dwts. x 1.555 = 19.1 grams
SIZE OF PIECE: 45mm drop
CONDITION: As new
Rarity: 9 (Rarity on a scale of #1 being very common to #10 being extremely rare.)
Expert’s Opinion: Round diamonds 1.36 Cts., marquis diamonds 3.4 Cts., pear diamond 6.0 Cts., rubies 3.2 Cts. 18K white-gold lady’s outrageous diamond and ruby earrings of the finest quality!
Price: $19,550.00

37. Rare Signed Repousse Early Verge Pair Case With Fancy Dial Pocket Watch & Key
England/Swiss; C. F. Bouvier; Man’s; Serial# 2,012; Circa: 1727
CASE: The sterling silver 18-size pair case features repousse decorations and is signed “LEF”.
DIAL: This fancy porcelain dial displays a seaside village, Roman numerals and filigree hands.
MOVT: This key-set, No. 2,012 movement with verge fusee escapement is gilt with a full-plate layout and is signed.
CONDITIONS:
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 (Rarity on a scale of #1 being very common to #10 being extremely rare.)
Experts Opinion: Signed repousse’s are very rare. This verge also boasts a fancy porcelain dial and a fine English movement. Case repousse is signed “D. Cochin”.
Price: $2,800.00

38. Splendid 14K 4-Chain Slide Man’s Pocket Watch Chain With Two Slides
Circa: 1890
METAL: 14K rose-gold.
WEIGHT OF PIECE: 22.9 dwts.
SIZE OF PIECE: 12” long.
Estate Piece
Experts Opinion: A real scarce chain for the astute collector!
Price: $1,225.00

39. 18K Ladies Diamond (1.57 Cts.) Emerald (1.0 Cts.) Sapphire (1 Ct.) Ruby (1.5 Cts.) Bracelet
Circa: 1940 – Retro
METAL: 18K Yellow-gold.
STONES: The bracelet has 21 diamonds with a total weight of 1.57 Cts., has an H color and VVs clarity. The bracelet also has blue sapphires, emeralds and rubies on it.
WEIGHT OF PIECE: 37.4 dwts.
SIZE OF PIECE: 2 ½ across opening.
CONDITION: As new/mint
Rarity: 9 (Rarity on a scale of #1 being very common to #10 being extremely rare.)
Estate Piece
Experts Opinion: Beautiful 18K Lady’s Bracelet!
Price: $4,800.00

40. 18K Rare & Unusual Leaf Shaped Key-Wind/Key-Set Swiss Form Watch with Key
Swiss; Reymond & Co.; Unisex; Circa: 1860
CASE: The 18K yellow-gold No. 07 hunter case features enamel and leaf form decorations.
DIAL: This white metal dial displays Roman numerals and filigree hands.
MOVT: This key-set No. 2,107 movement with lever escapement is gilt with a bridge-style layout.
CONDITIONS:
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: Rare to find such a mint leaf form watch. These fantasy timepieces are highly sought after - hurry!
Price: $3,800.00

41. 18K Rose-Gold Water Proof Center Sweep Vacheron & Constantin Gent’s Wrist Watch With Inner & Outer Boxes
Swiss; Vacheron & Constantin; Unisex; Circa: 1941
STYLE: The length lug-to-lug is 38mm width 32mm without a crown and has a thickness of 6mm.
CASE: The 18K rose gold No. 288,907 round case features curved lugs, plain bezel and screw back.
BAND: The band is standard leather.
DIAL: This silver dial displays Arabic numerals, markers, minute/5-minute tracks, baton hands and center sweep seconds.
MOVT: This manual 18-jewel movement with lever escapement is stem-set and is signed “Vacheron & Constantin”.
CONDITIONS:
C 2 (The case is in perfect condition)
D 3-15 (The dial is in very good condition, spotted)
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: Very important Vacheron & Constantin model being 18K rose-gold, center sweep seconds, screw back (waterproof), and 18-jewels. Original dial is triple signed Vacheron & Constantin and has both Vacheron & Constantin boxes, Circa 1941 te
Price: $4,550.00


42. 18K Rose-Gold 19th Century Signed Enamel Brooch with Original Box! Signed “Blois 1877”
Unisex; Circa: 1877 – Georgian
METAL: 18K rose-gold.
SIZE OF PIECE: 40mm across
CONDITION: Mint
Rarity: 9 (Rarity on a scale of #1 being very common to #10 being extremely rare.)
Estate Piece
Experts Opinion: Outstanding 18K rose-gold brooch!
Price: $3,300.00

43. Wonderful Gilt Double Dial Verge Fusee Day/Date Time Regulator With Key
Swiss; Unisex; Circa: 1820
Complications: Calendar
CASE: The gilt gold on silver10-size 38mm oversized open face case with a swing-out style double dial.
DIAL: This fancy porcelain green and white double painted dial with flowers displays Roman numerals, Breguet hands and is signed. The time and regulator is on one side of the beautiful dial and the day/date on the other side.
MOVT: This key-set movement with verge fusee is gilt with a full-plate layout and is signed.
CONDITIONS:
C 3 (The case is in very good condition)
D 3-43-54 (The dial is in very good condition, hairline, shipped, winding aperture)
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: Double dial fusee’s are one of the most under priced timepieces around. They are very rare and make a great collection!
Price: $5,300.00

44. 14K Gent’s Omega Bracelet Watch With Box, Papers & Tag
Swiss; Omega; Man’s; Circa: 1976
STYLE: The length lug-to-lug is 27mm width 21mm without a crown, length of band is 8” and case thickness 5mm.
CASE: The 14K yellow-gold No. 299,048, reference# 6,751 rectangular case features textured lugs and snap back.
BAND: The band is bracelet style (original bracelet) and Omega buckle. The weight is 39.4 dwts and has a length of 8”.
DIAL: This gold dial displays markers, minute/5-minute tracks and baton hands.
MOVT: This manual 17-jewel No. 39,698,359 movement with lever escapement is stem-set and is signed “Omega”.
CONDITIONS:
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 (Rarity on a scale of #1 being very common to #10 being extremely rare.)
Experts Opinion: The new/old stock is a fantastic heavy 14K gold Omega with 14K attached Omega bracelet 8” long and comes with factory paper tape measure. The Omega has a mint gold & brown Omega box, hang tag, factory warranty. Gold Omega winding crown, triple signed “Omega.” It is one of Ashland’s finest! te
Price: $3,300.00

45. 14K Victorian Diamond (2.5 Cts. Rose Cut) (.70 Full Cut) Ruby (1.1 Ct.) Bangle Bracelet
Lady’s; Circa: 1890 – Victorian
METAL: 14K yellow-gold.
STONES: The bracelet has 2 diamonds with a total weight of .70 Cts., has an H/I color and Vs1 clarity. There are also numerous rose-cut diamonds with a weight of 2.5 Cts., has a I/J color, Vs clarity and the bracelet has 1 ruby with a weight of 1.1 Cts. pigeon blood color and Vs clarity.
WEIGHT OF PIECE: 22.6 dwts.
SIZE OF PIECE: 60mm across opening.
CONDITION: Mint
Rarity: 9 (Rarity on a scale of #1 being very common to #10 being extremely rare.)
Estate Piece
Experts Opinion: Charming Victorian diamond & ruby bangle bracelet!
Price: $5,800.00

46. Very Rare 18K Patek Philippe Split Second Chronograph with 60-Minute Register Made for Bailey, Banks & Biddle
Swiss; Patek Philippe; Serial# 124,947; Circa: 1905
Complications: Split chronograph and 60-minute register.
CASE: The 18K yellow-gold 16-size No. 124,947 plain case features an open face and is signed “Bailey, Banks & Biddle”.
DIAL: This white porcelain double sunk dial displays Arabic numerals, filigree hands and is signed “Bailey, Banks & Biddle”.
MOVT: This 24-jewel stem-set No. 124,947 movement has full adjustments with lever escapement is nickel with a ¾-plate layout and is signed “Special & Patek Philippe”.
CONDITIONS:
C 3 (The case is in very good 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: Case and movement have matching numbers, movement signed by “Patek Philippe” and the reverse of the dial is signed by “Patek Philippe.” This is a rarity and 100% correct.
Price: $12,050.00

47. 14K Rolex Cushion-Shaped Cellini Gent’s Wrist Watch with Boxes
Swiss; Rolex; Circa: 1960’s
STYLE: The length lug-to-lug is 37mm width 28mm without a crown and has a thickness of 5mm.
CASE: The 14K yellow gold reference# 3,604 tonneau/cushion case features a snap back, Caliber 1600.
BAND: The band is standard leather with Rolex gold-filled buckle.
DIAL: This silver dial displays markers, 5-minute tracks and baton hands.
MOVT: This manual 17-jewel movement with lever escapement is stem-set and is signed “Rolex”.
CONDITIONS:
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 (Rarity on a scale of #1 being very common to #10 being extremely rare.)
Experts Opinion: Mint 14K gold Rolex Cellini cushion man’s dress watch with silver dial, solid hands and numerals, 14K Rolex winding crown showing Rolex emblem and it is triple signed “Rolex”. The watch comes with a factory gold-filled Rolex buckle and both boxes, Circa 1960’s te
Price: $2,800.00


48. 14K/18K Diamond (4.75 Cts. White) (4.7 Cts. Canary) Lady’s Necklace 14K Chain, 18K Diamond Drop
Lady’s; Circa: 1980 – Contemporary
METAL: 14K yellow-gold and 18K white-gold.
STONES: The necklace has numerous white diamonds with a total weight of 4.75 Cts., has a G/H color and Vs1 clarity. It also has 9 canary-yellow diamonds with a weight of 4.7 Cts., canary in color and Vs1 clarity.
WEIGHT OF PIECE: 20.3 dwts.
SIZE OF PIECE: 50mm drop across.
CONDITION: Mint
Experts Opinion: Exquisite Lady’s Diamond Necklace!
Price: $13,550.00

49. Amazing 18K Early Verge Fusee French Enamel of Exceptional Quality Pocket Watch With Key
Paris France; Faleony; Man’s; Circa: 1725
CASE: The 18K 18-size 47mm No. 225 swing-out case features an open face and enamel decorations.
DIAL: This white porcelain dial displays Roman numerals and filigree hands with diamonds.
MOVT: This key-set movement with verge fusee escapement is gilt with a full-plate layout and is signed.
CONDITIONS:
C 3 (The case is in very good condition)
D 3-54-57 (The dial is in very good condition, chipped, winding aperture, slightly restored)
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: ¼ carat diamond pusher shows the fine quality of this case. Three of the small back cartouches have very old enamel repairs. The main floral back is perfect. A truly magnificent enamel of importance!
Price: $11,050.00

50. Startling 7-1/2 Carat Ruby 14K Victorian Lady’s Ring
Lady’s; Circa: 1890 - Victorian
METAL: 14K Rose-gold.
STONES: The ring has 1 oval ruby with a total weight of 7 ½ Cts., it is rich red in color and Vs clarity.
WEIGHT OF PIECE: 4.1 dwts.
RING SIZE: 5 ¾
CONDITION: Mint
Rarity: 10 (Rarity on a scale of #1 being very common to #10 being extremely rare.)
Estate Piece
Experts Opinion: You can look for many years before you locate such a large ruby!
Price: $6,550.00


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