Dreweatts 1759
Lot 149
BAUME & MERCIER, REF. 38322
A LADY'S GOLD COLOURED BRACELET WATCH, NO. 608786
Movement: Cal. MB 775, manual wind, 17 jewels
Case: Gold coloured case, snap case back, 18K 0.750 with a poinçon
Dial: Tiger's eye
Bracelet: Unsigned gold coloured flattened curb link bracelet with ladder snap clasp, stamped 14K
Size: 32mm, bracelet 17cm
Signed: Case, dial, movement
Accessories: None
From the collection of Natalie O'Brien, the wife of the eminent folk and pop singer Roger Whittaker (1936-2023). Natalie was the secretary for a music producer and after a three month courtship, the couple married in 1964. She was a tower of strength and support throughout their marriage and musical career, in 1989 she became his manager until their retirement in 2012. The items in this collection were bought by Roger for Natalie.
Condition Report:
Movement is currently functioning.
Movement has scratches, marks and tarnishing commensurate with general wear visible when viewed under a 4x loupe.
Dial appears to be in an average condition with some light marks and scratches when viewed under a 4x loupe.
Hands show marks and tarnishing when viewed under a x4 loupe.
Glass appears free of significant scratches or marks when viewed under a 4x loupe.
Case appears to be in good condition with minor scratches and marks.
Crown has light scratches when viewed under a 4x loupe.
Bracelet has light scratches and some signs of light stretching to links.
Clasp is currently functioning and appears to be in good condition.
Bracelet measures approximately 17cm including case.
61g gross
This lot does not come with box or papers.
Dreweatts 1759 do not guarantee the working order or accuracy of any lots sold. Due to opening of the case back we recommend this watch is re-sealed by a qualified technician to ensure any stated water resistance is achieved.
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