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Before the brazen decadence of the Jazz age; before the florid naturalism of Arts and Crafts, there was the graceful elegance of the Victorian era. It was indeed the Gilded Age, intricate and fanciful in a bold flourish. During this era, jewelry, clothing and architecture were busy with gingerbread and adornment, showcasing the extraordinary talents of Old World craftsmen. It was the best of times and better; it was opulent and celebratory and optimistic. This Victorian-inspired wristlet watch in platinum and diamonds is such a celebration of tactile art. Measuring 40mm long by a mere 10mm wide; glittering with 26 individually set mine-cut diamonds in field of platinum lace; it was then as it is now: meant to adorn and set-apart. It is a class distinction, something that not everyone has the privilege to own. Wearing a timepiece on one's wrist would have been novel and daring during the early days of wristlet watches. It would have signified youth and sophistication with a European flourish. Today, such works of art are worn in the same way; for the same reason: to indicate means and refinement. Not only is this watch gorgeous, it contains a futuristic little time machine of its day: a cleaned, oiled and calibrated Swiss Ralco movement, keeping time as originally intended. A black rope with period clasp secures it to the wrist. This, of course, is custom-fitted to the client's specifications. We are pleased to offer this piece in a period presentation case with velvet insert and creme silk lining. Treat yourself to this classic.
As many of our fine buyers and repeat clients know, each day we offer a smattering of things we've picked up here and there, many fine watches and pieces of jewelry that for one reason or another we'll not be offering on our Web site – some new old stock! Take a moment to look through our eBay offerings and bypass the estate and yard sale madness for watches and outstanding pieces of Victorian and Deco jewelry – many of which are running and pristine – that are ridiculously underpriced. Watches this week include a '20s ladies antique watch or two, '30s Deco pieces, a '40s military style wristwatch, and fine Retro stainless steel wristwatches that are representative of a style that’s becoming all the rage; as well as gold rings and vintage wire lug examples perfect for restoration. Coming up are sterling silver wristwatches and a few items dug out of the workbench drawer of a retired watchmaker or two. Don't know anything about wristwatches? Have no idea about your grandfather's railroad pocket watch? We're one of the Web's largest vintage wrist and pocket watch dealers and are delighted to answer any questions you have about the timepieces we offer or those heirlooms you're unsure of. We extend a heartfelt invitation to see our other offerings and stop by to find out what's next!
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