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Antique Diamond, Ruby, Enamel, Gold Covered Dial Lapel Watch

Case: 52 x 25 mm, scarab-shaped, 18k gold case, blue enamel, abdomen snapback, diamond and ruby set, dual hinged, push button access to the hinged case. Dial: White, hand painted Arabic numerals, 12 o'clock in red and 1-11 o'clock in blue, gold-tone leaf hour and minute hands, outer minute track. Movement: Manual. Stones: Rose-cut diamonds; round-shaped rubies. Gross Weight: 44.00 grams. *Note: Watch is not currently in working order*. *Property from the Estate of Paul Kast*. Condition Report: Diamonds – Avg Color: G-H-I, Avg Clarity: VS, Shape(s): Rose-Cut, Count: 1 - 25. Colored Gems – Type(s): Ruby, Shape(s): Round, Count: 26 - 50, Avg Quality: Good. Metals – Gold. Overall Condition: Good. Condition Notes: The bow segment at the top of the design is removable from the overall composition and a 20th century addition. This section houses the pinstem and catch, allowing the piece to be worn as a brooch or lapel ornament. When the lapel component is detached, the jewel functions as a pendant measuring approximately 2-3/4 inches by 1 inch. With the lapel fitting in place, the overall length increases to approximately 3-1/4 inches by 1 inch. Enamel condition is good overall, though there is minor loss, with one section of the lapel bow showing evidence of enamel reapplication.