René Boivin

Lady's diamond wristwatch, 'Chrysalis', 1990s

With a circular mother-of-pearl dial, the sliding bezel opening to reveal a secondary bezel set with brilliant-cut diamonds, to a green crocodile leather strap and deployant clasp, inner circumference approximately 180mm, quartz movement, signed René Boivin, numbered J-0130 2/50, Swiss assay marks.Lady's diamond wristwatch, 'Chrysalis', 1990s Fine Jewels The movement is running at time of cataloging, however it was not tested for the accuracy of time or duration of the power reserve and may need service at the buyer's discretion. Please note that Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement. Please be advised that the bands on this watch are made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator and crocodile) and thus not sold with the watch, they are for display purposes only. We will remove these bands prior to international shipping. Dial and strap signed René Boivin, numbered J-0130 2/50, Swiss assay marks for 18 carat gold. Case size 23mm, cal. 976.001 quartz, 6 jewels. Gross weight approximately 66 grams. Overall condition good.