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Condition report
A Christie's specialist may contact you to discuss this lot or to notify you if the condition changes prior to the sale.
The condition of lots can vary widely and the nature of the lots sold means that they are unlikely to be in a perfect condition. Lots are sold in the condition they are in at the time of sale.
- Overall condition good. Small scratches to the metal, consistent with normal wear. Very slight bend to one of the straps. - Russell Talerman quoted £336.00 (inclusive of VAT) for a full service. - Additional marks (case): dial signed Baume & Mercier Genève, Swiss Made, Swiss and French import marks for 18 carat gold, case back signed Baume & Mercier Genève, Swiss mark for gold, 750, maker's mark 'P 6-point star G' for Ponti, Gennari et Compagnie. - Additional marks (bracelet): French import marks for gold, 750, maker's mark 'BMG', numbered 196 or 195. - Diamonds: total weight approximately 1.80 - 2.00 carats. - Movement not ticking at the time of cataloguing and timekeeping cannot be guaranteed at time of purchase. - Please refer to the conditions of Sale for further information regarding all clocks and watches.