International Watch Company (IWC Schaffhausen) - 14k Yellow Gold Gentleman's Wristwatch
Lot 106
International Watch Company (IWC Schaffhausen)
Swiss manufacturer (founded 1868)
14k Yellow Gold Gentleman's Wristwatch (circa 1940)
14k yellow gold, leather, steel, brass, glass
stamped
Description:An early 20th-century Swiss mechanical gentleman's dress wristwatch manufactured by International Watch Company (IWC Schaffhausen), the circular case constructed entirely from polished 14-karat yellow gold featuring assay marks stamped to the exterior lug profile and internal case back side, the champagne analog dial stylized with gold arabic hour indices and matching baton markers affixed to a textured black leather strap containing a gilded Gobelin Swiss brand emblem printed directly to the interior lining, tracking internal mechanical movement serial number 1021126 engraved directly onto the plate of the clock works
Provenance:Central Park West Collection
Condition
Not operational and not working at the time of cataloging, presenting typical light superficial abrasions across the polished 14k gold case surfaces alongside visible natural creasing and minor material wear to the flexible black leather strap element If you are interested in bidding, please contact us to request more photos, or make an appointment for in-person inspection. To ensure prompt assistance, we recommend reaching out at least 24 hours before the auction by calling 212-353-2277 or emailing us at admin@capsuleauctions.com. Condition reports are based on visual inspection by the Capsule team under typical office lighting. Unless otherwise noted, items are not examined under UV light in advance of sale. We do not guarantee the content of written or verbal condition reports. Remember, all lots are previously owned and all sales are final. The absence of a condition report does not imply that there are no condition issues with the lot. Art has not been examined out of the frame unless otherwise stated. Frames, lampshades, or items described as “supplementary” are not considered integral to the value of the lot and are excluded from condition assessments. This includes any mat, mounting, glazing, hanging apparatus, case, box, or stand. Timepiece movements, lighting elements and items with mechanical or electrical components have not been thoroughly tested and are not covered under warranty by Capsule.
Lot 106
International Watch Company (IWC Schaffhausen)
Swiss manufacturer (founded 1868)
14k Yellow Gold Gentleman's Wristwatch (circa 1940)
14k yellow gold, leather, steel, brass, glass
stamped
Description:An early 20th-century Swiss mechanical gentleman's dress wristwatch manufactured by International Watch Company (IWC Schaffhausen), the circular case constructed entirely from polished 14-karat yellow gold featuring assay marks stamped to the exterior lug profile and internal case back side, the champagne analog dial stylized with gold arabic hour indices and matching baton markers affixed to a textured black leather strap containing a gilded Gobelin Swiss brand emblem printed directly to the interior lining, tracking internal mechanical movement serial number 1021126 engraved directly onto the plate of the clock works
Provenance:Central Park West Collection
Condition
Not operational and not working at the time of cataloging, presenting typical light superficial abrasions across the polished 14k gold case surfaces alongside visible natural creasing and minor material wear to the flexible black leather strap element If you are interested in bidding, please contact us to request more photos, or make an appointment for in-person inspection. To ensure prompt assistance, we recommend reaching out at least 24 hours before the auction by calling 212-353-2277 or emailing us at admin@capsuleauctions.com. Condition reports are based on visual inspection by the Capsule team under typical office lighting. Unless otherwise noted, items are not examined under UV light in advance of sale. We do not guarantee the content of written or verbal condition reports. Remember, all lots are previously owned and all sales are final. The absence of a condition report does not imply that there are no condition issues with the lot. Art has not been examined out of the frame unless otherwise stated. Frames, lampshades, or items described as “supplementary” are not considered integral to the value of the lot and are excluded from condition assessments. This includes any mat, mounting, glazing, hanging apparatus, case, box, or stand. Timepiece movements, lighting elements and items with mechanical or electrical components have not been thoroughly tested and are not covered under warranty by Capsule.
