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  • Mikimoto Tapered Princess Pearl Necklace 
    Estimate
    $300 - $450
    Lot 49

    Mikimoto Tapered Princess Pearl Necklace 

    Est.
    $300 - $450
  • Natural Pearls with a G.I.A Certificate 
    Estimate
    $17,000 - $25,500
    Lot 50

    Natural Pearls with a G.I.A Certificate 

    Est.
    $17,000 - $25,500
  • Bulova Wrist Watch in 14 Karat with Diamonds 
    Estimate
    $400 - $600
    Lot 51

    Bulova Wrist Watch in 14 Karat with Diamonds 

    Est.
    $400 - $600
  • Bulova Art Deco Wrist Watch in Platinum 
    Estimate
    $600 - $900
    Lot 52

    Bulova Art Deco Wrist Watch in Platinum 

    Est.
    $600 - $900
  • Diamond Encrusted Watch in 14 Karat White Gold  
    Estimate
    $3,600 - $5,400
    Lot 53

    Diamond Encrusted Watch in 14 Karat White Gold  

    Est.
    $3,600 - $5,400
  • Haste 18 Karat Rose Gold Triple Register Valjoux 72C Chronograph 
    Estimate
    $500 - $750
    Lot 54

    Haste 18 Karat Rose Gold Triple Register Valjoux 72C Ch...

    Est.
    $500 - $750
  • Girard Perregaux Gyromatic Wrist Watch 
    Estimate
    $200 - $300
    Lot 55

    Girard Perregaux Gyromatic Wrist Watch 

    Est.
    $200 - $300
  • Hamilton Electric Mid-Century Wrist Watch 
    Estimate
    $200 - $300
    Lot 56

    Hamilton Electric Mid-Century Wrist Watch 

    Est.
    $200 - $300
  • LeCoultre Powermatic Automatic Bumper in 14 Karat 
    Estimate
    $300 - $450
    Lot 57

    LeCoultre Powermatic Automatic Bumper in 14 Karat 

    Est.
    $300 - $450
  • Mulco 18 Karat Rose Gold Watch with 14 Karat Band 
    Estimate
    $800 - $1,200
    Lot 58

    Mulco 18 Karat Rose Gold Watch with 14 Karat Band 

    Est.
    $800 - $1,200
  • Omega Automatic Seamaster with Quick Set Date 
    Estimate
    $200 - $300
    Lot 59

    Omega Automatic Seamaster with Quick Set Date 

    Est.
    $200 - $300
  • Panthére de Cartier Wrist Watch in 18 Karat Yellow Gold 
    Estimate
    $4,200 - $6,300
    Lot 60

    Panthére de Cartier Wrist Watch in 18 Karat Yellow Gold...

    Est.
    $4,200 - $6,300
  • Patek Philippe & Co. 18 Karat Watch Ca 1935 
    Estimate
    $5,500 - $8,250
    Lot 61

    Patek Philippe & Co. 18 Karat Watch Ca 1935 

    Est.
    $5,500 - $8,250
  • Rolex 14 Karat Yellow Gold Bubble-Back Model 6092 
    Estimate
    $1,200 - $1,800
    Lot 62

    Rolex 14 Karat Yellow Gold Bubble-Back Model 6092 

    Est.
    $1,200 - $1,800
  • Tag Heuer Aquaracer Professional 500M 
    Estimate
    $1,000 - $1,500
    Lot 63

    Tag Heuer Aquaracer Professional 500M 

    Est.
    $1,000 - $1,500
  • Vacheron & Constantin Rare 18 Karat Yellow Gold Wrist Watch Ca 1940's 
    Estimate
    $2,000 - $3,000
    Lot 64

    Vacheron & Constantin Rare 18 Karat Yellow Gold Wrist W...

    Est.
    $2,000 - $3,000
  • Wakmann Triple Date Chronograph 
    Estimate
    $800 - $1,200
    Lot 65

    Wakmann Triple Date Chronograph 

    Est.
    $800 - $1,200
  • Hamilton Wrist Watch in 14 Karat with Diamonds 
    Estimate
    $800 - $1,200
    Lot 66

    Hamilton Wrist Watch in 14 Karat with Diamonds 

    Est.
    $800 - $1,200
  • Platinum and Diamond Goering 17 Jewel Wrist Watch 
    Estimate
    $500 - $750
    Lot 67

    Platinum and Diamond Goering 17 Jewel Wrist Watch 

    Est.
    $500 - $750
  • Movado 18 Karat Bracelet Watch with Diamonds and Ruby 
    Estimate
    $1,500 - $2,500
    Lot 68

    Movado 18 Karat Bracelet Watch with Diamonds and Ruby 

    Est.
    $1,500 - $2,500
  • Tiffany & Co. Automatic in 18 Karat Yellow Gold PLUS 
    Estimate
    $2,000 - $3,000
    Lot 69

    Tiffany & Co. Automatic in 18 Karat Yellow Gold PLUS 

    Est.
    $2,000 - $3,000
  • Rolex President in 18 Karat Yellow Gold 
    Estimate
    $8,000 - $12,000
    Lot 70

    Rolex President in 18 Karat Yellow Gold 

    Est.
    $8,000 - $12,000
  • Baume & Mercier, Turler, and Saks PLUS 
    Estimate
    $4,200 - $6,500
    Lot 71

    Baume & Mercier, Turler, and Saks PLUS 

    Est.
    $4,200 - $6,500
  • Hublot MDM Geneve in 18 Karat Yellow Gold 
    Estimate
    $3,000 - $4,500
    Lot 72

    Hublot MDM Geneve in 18 Karat Yellow Gold 

    Est.
    $3,000 - $4,500
  • Rolex 6103 Bubble-Back Oyster Perpetual in Stainless 
    Estimate
    $800 - $1,200
    Lot 73

    Rolex 6103 Bubble-Back Oyster Perpetual in Stainless 

    Est.
    $800 - $1,200
  • Seiko Hi-Beat Manual Wind Wrist Watch 
    Estimate
    $75 - $125
    Lot 75

    Seiko Hi-Beat Manual Wind Wrist Watch 

    Est.
    $75 - $125
  • Victorian Pendant Watch in Platinum, Gold and Diamonds 
    Estimate
    $1,000 - $1,500
    Lot 76

    Victorian Pendant Watch in Platinum, Gold and Diamonds ...

    Est.
    $1,000 - $1,500
  • Waltham Riverside Pocket Watch in Platinum and Diamonds PLUS a Diamond Pendant 
    Estimate
    $1,700 - $2,550
    Lot 77

    Waltham Riverside Pocket Watch in Platinum and Diamonds...

    Est.
    $1,700 - $2,550
  • Quartier Open Face Pocket Watch in 18 Karat Gold 
    Estimate
    $600 - $800
    Lot 78

    Quartier Open Face Pocket Watch in 18 Karat Gold 

    Est.
    $600 - $800
  • Mathey Tissot Rose Gold Pocket Watch 
    Estimate
    $400 - $600
    Lot 79

    Mathey Tissot Rose Gold Pocket Watch 

    Est.
    $400 - $600
  • Patek Philippe for Bailey, Banks & Biddle Ca 1886 
    Estimate
    $800 - $1,200
    Lot 80

    Patek Philippe for Bailey, Banks & Biddle Ca 1886 

    Est.
    $800 - $1,200
  • Jules Vernot Pocket Watch in 18 Karat Yellow Gold PLUS 
    Estimate
    $1,800 - $2,700
    Lot 81

    Jules Vernot Pocket Watch in 18 Karat Yellow Gold PLUS ...

    Est.
    $1,800 - $2,700
  • Five American Pocket Watches, Late Nineteenth and Early Twentieth Century 
    Estimate
    $150 - $225
    Lot 82

    Five American Pocket Watches, Late Nineteenth and Early...

    Est.
    $150 - $225
  • Elgin Pocket Watch in 14 Karat PLUS Pearls and Coral 
    Estimate
    $1,450 - $2,200
    Lot 83

    Elgin Pocket Watch in 14 Karat PLUS Pearls and Coral 

    Est.
    $1,450 - $2,200
  • Elgin National Watch Co. Hunter-Case Pocket Watch Ca. 1905 
    Estimate
    $100 - $200
    Lot 84

    Elgin National Watch Co. Hunter-Case Pocket Watch Ca. 1...

    Est.
    $100 - $200
  • Collingwood & Son Open-Face Silver Pocket Watch 
    Estimate
    $300 - $500
    Lot 85

    Collingwood & Son Open-Face Silver Pocket Watch 

    Est.
    $300 - $500
  • Era Buttonhole Watch in Silver Compact Purse Ca. 1900 
    Estimate
    $200 - $400
    Lot 86

    Era Buttonhole Watch in Silver Compact Purse Ca. 1900 

    Est.
    $200 - $400
  • A.W. Co. Waltham P.S. Bartlett 14 Karat Hunter Case Pocket Watch with 14 Karat Chain and Two Fobs 
    Estimate
    $2,000 - $3,000
    Lot 87

    A.W. Co. Waltham P.S. Bartlett 14 Karat Hunter Case Poc...

    Est.
    $2,000 - $3,000
  • Designer Jewelry and Watches Including Ippolita 
    Estimate
    $9,500 - $14,500
    Lot 88

    Designer Jewelry and Watches Including Ippolita 

    Est.
    $9,500 - $14,500
  • Omega Automatic Bumper Stop Wrist Watch Ca. 1949 
    Estimate
    $400 - $600
    Lot 89

    Omega Automatic Bumper Stop Wrist Watch Ca. 1949 

    Est.
    $400 - $600
  • Belt Buckle Bracelet with Hidden Watch in 14 Karat 
    Estimate
    $1,000 - $1,500
    Lot 90

    Belt Buckle Bracelet with Hidden Watch in 14 Karat 

    Est.
    $1,000 - $1,500
  • Brooch with Gotham Deluxe Watch in 14 Karat Gold 
    Estimate
    $400 - $600
    Lot 91

    Brooch with Gotham Deluxe Watch in 14 Karat Gold 

    Est.
    $400 - $600
  • Fleuron Bracelet Watch in 18 Karat Gold with Rose Cut Diamonds 
    Estimate
    $600 - $900
    Lot 92

    Fleuron Bracelet Watch in 18 Karat Gold with Rose Cut D...

    Est.
    $600 - $900
  • Longines Platinum Bracelet Watch with Diamonds 
    Estimate
    $8,000 - $12,000
    Lot 93

    Longines Platinum Bracelet Watch with Diamonds 

    Est.
    $8,000 - $12,000
  • Antique Pins PLUS a Mimo Watch Charm 
    Estimate
    $400 - $600
    Lot 95

    Antique Pins PLUS a Mimo Watch Charm 

    Est.
    $400 - $600
  • Victorian Ensemble in Silver and Gold with Rose Cut Diamonds 
    Estimate
    $800 - $1,200
    Lot 96

    Victorian Ensemble in Silver and Gold with Rose Cut Dia...

    Est.
    $800 - $1,200
  • Victorian Era Repoussé Locket with Book Chain 
    Estimate
    $200 - $300
    Lot 97

    Victorian Era Repoussé Locket with Book Chain 

    Est.
    $200 - $300
  • Victorian Austro-Hungarian and French Jewelry 
    Estimate
    $800 - $1,200
    Lot 98

    Victorian Austro-Hungarian and French Jewelry 

    Est.
    $800 - $1,200

Auction Description

Magnificent Gemstones, Fine Jewelry and Timepieces by Cowan's Auctions

Starting Time: 10:00 AM - EST

Preview Times:

Friday, May 15th  12:00 - 4:00 PM
Saturday, May 16th   12:00 - 4:00 PM
Sunday, May 17th  10:00 - 12:00 PM

Buyer's Premium for this auction is 23%

Cowan's Magnificent Gemstones, Fine Jewelry and Timepieces: Live Salesroom Auction will include modern and vintage fine jewelry and timepieces by renowned designers and makers such as Mauboussin, Henry Dunay, Georg Jensen, Chopard, Patek Philippe and more. Major gemstones from around the world will be offered including Tanzanite and Paraiba Tourmaline plus a large assortment of G.I.A. certified diamonds.  

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Cowan's Auctions
Cincinnati , OH 45232
United States

dawnie@cowans.com

Phone:+15138711670

Fax:513-871-8670

Buyer’s Premium

Start Premium (%)
$0 28.00
$250,001 23.00
$3,000,001 15.00

Bid Increments

Start Increments ($)
$0 $25
$500 $50
$1,000 $100
$2,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$20,000 $2,500
$50,000 $5,000
$100,000 $10,000

Shipping Info

SHIPPING. At the request of the buyer, Cowan's will authorize the shipment of purchased items. Shipments usually occur within two weeks after payment has been received. Shipment is generally made via UPS Ground service. Unless buyer gives special instructions, the shipping method shall be at the sole discretion of Cowan's Auctions, Inc.. Cowan's is in no way responsible for the acts or omissions of independent handlers, packers or shippers of purchased items or for any loss, damage or delay from the packing or shipping of any property.

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Terms & Conditions

By registering and bidding in an auction conducted by Cowan's Auctions, Inc. ("Cowan's"), bidders (whether present in person, by telephone, by agent, by written or telephone absentee bid instruction, or through a live internet connection) agree to be bound by these terms. These are the complete and only terms and conditions on which all property is offered for sale. Cowan's retains the right to bar any bidder from participating in any auction and to exclude or reject any bid.

1) REGISTRATION. All bidders must register their name, permanent street address (no P.O. Boxes), and telephone number prior to the auction. Unless known to Cowan's, all registrants are required to present two forms of identification, at least one of which must include a current photograph. Bidders may be required to present a valid Visa or MasterCard. By registering with Cowan's or submitting an absentee bid form, an individual registrant authorizes Cowan's to obtain a copy of his or her consumer credit report and authorizes Cowan's, at its sole discretion, to use the information contained therein to make business decisions regarding the registrant's participation in the bidding process.

2) ACCEPTANCE OF TERMS. Bidding on any item, whether in person, by phone, by absentee bid or via a live internet auction indicates the bidder's agreement to be bound by these Terms and Conditions for Bidders. Any right of bidder under this agreement shall not be assignable and shall only be enforceable by the original buyer. The rights and obligations of the parties shall be governed by the laws of the state of Ohio. All bidders submit to the personal jurisdiction of the state and federal courts in Ohio.

3) TERMS OF SALE. Announcements made the day of auction take precedence over any previous communication. The auctioneer reserves the right to withdraw any lot at any time before its final sale and to reject any bid for any reason. The highest bidder for each lot acknowledged by the auctioneer shall be the "buyer." If any dispute arises as to any bidding, or between two or more bidders, at the sole discretion of the auctioneer, the successful bidder will be determined or the disputed lot shall be put up again at the last undisputed bid and resold.

4) BUYER'S PREMIUM. (a) Buyer's Premium for "American History" auctions. The Auctioneer will collect and retain from the Buyer, as additional commission, a premium equal to 20% of the Sale Price of each Lot up to and including $200,000, plus 15% of the amount by which the Sale Price exceeds $200,000.

(b) Buyer's Premium for "Decorative Art," "Fine Jewelry and Timepieces," "Asian Art," and "American Indian and Western Art" and any other specialized auctions. The Auctioneer will collect and retain from the Buyer, as additional commission, a premium equal to 23% of the Sale Price of each Lot up to and including $200,000, plus 15% of the amount by which the Sale Price exceeds $200,000.

5) ESTIMATES AND RESERVES. Presale estimates are intended to be guides and may or may not reflect the ultimate hammer price of a lot. Cowan's retains the right to change estimates on any lot up to time of sale. A reserve is a confidential minimum price agreed upon by the seller of the lot and Cowan's. In the case of reserved lots, the seller has authorized Cowan's to bid on seller's behalf until the reserve price is reached. In no case will the reserve be higher than the low presale estimate.

6) WARRANTIES AND DISCLAIMERS. Cowan's makes a limited warranty only to the original buyer of record concerning the authenticity of each lot for a period of 14 days after bidder's receipt of the purchased lot. If a buyer is not satisfied that the lot purchased is genuine, the buyer may, at his or her own expense, obtain the opinion of two mutually agreed upon recognized experts in the field of the disputed lot. If these experts determine that the item is not genuine, the buyer's sole and exclusive remedy shall be the rescission of the sale and refund of the amount paid for the item. It is specifically understood and agreed that the rescission of the sale and refund is exclusive and in lieu of any other remedy which might otherwise be available as a matter of law or in equity, and such remedy is conditioned upon the buyer returning the property in the same condition as at the time of sale. Cowan's shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential damages. All sales are final, with no returns or refunds except as provided in this limited warranty.

Except as provided in the immediately proceeding paragraph, EVERY LOT IS SOLD "AS IS," without any representations or warranties by Cowan's or the seller as to merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, condition or value of the property, or the correctness or completeness of the catalogue or other description of the property, and no statement, whether written or oral, shall be deemed such a representation, warranty or assumption of liability. Cowan's makes no representation or warranty that the buyer of manuscript material, photographs, prints or works of art will acquire any copyright or reproduction rights. Cowan's does not guarantee the working order of any clock, watch, electronic or mechanical device. Dimensions given in the catalogue descriptions may be approximate.

7) DEFINITIONS OF AUTHORSHIP.

 "By" or "Maker/Artist" - in our opinion, the work is by the artist or maker stated

 "Attributed to" - in our opinion, the work is probably, but not definitely, by the artist or maker stated

 "Signed" or "Marked" - in our opinion, the signature or mark is that of the stated artist or maker

 "Bearing the signature (or mark) of" - in our opinion, the signature or mark is probably, but not definitely, that of the artist or maker stated

 "Circle of" - in our opinion, the work is of the period and by an artist or maker closely associated with the stated artist or maker

 "School of" - in our opinion, the work is by a pupil or follower of the stated artist or maker

 "Manner of" - in our opinion, the work is of the period and done in the style of the stated artist or maker

 "After" - in our opinion, the work is a copy of a work by the stated artist or maker

8) INSPECTION. Except for On-Line Only Auctions, all lots are available for inspection prior to the auction. Condition reports for most items can be found online at Cowan's website, and prospective bidders are encouraged to contact Cowan's directly for additional information regarding the condition of any lot. Cowan's does not warrant the condition of any item. Buyers interested in the condition of an item are encouraged to contact Cowan's and, to the best of our ability, we will document for the prospective bidder the condition status on any lot. Condition is always a subjective evaluation and final responsibility rests with the buyer to assess the condition of any item sold by Cowan's.

ABSENTEE, TELEPHONE AND INTERNET BIDDING

Absentee and telephone bidding is offered as a free service to our customers and prospective bidders. Cowan's shall not be responsible for any errors or failures in executing bids, either absentee, telephone or via the internet.

9) ABSENTEE BIDDING. Absentee bids are accepted via mail, fax, email and on Cowan's website. Such bids will be posted with the time and date of arrival, with ties being awarded to the earliest bidder. Absentee bids that are faxed or emailed to Cowan's need to be in the office at least 2 hours before the sale begins.

An absentee bidder unknown to Cowan's may be required to submit a bank letter of credit prior to the auction, or, using a credit card, deposit with Cowan's a fee equaling 30% of the absentee bid.

All absentee bids are executed competitively by a member of the auction staff. The auction staff will try to purchase the lot for the lowest price possible and will bid up to the amount designated by the absentee bidder only if necessary. Cowan's does not accept "buy bids," or absentee bids which have no limit. In the event of a tie bid between a floor and an absentee bidder, the floor bid will be honored.

10) INTERNET BIDDING. Internet bidding is available through Bidsquare.com. There may be terms which apply to internet bids that should be reviewed online at the time of sale. Cowan's is not responsible for any failure to execute a bid and shall have no liability to any bidder for any technical or other failure associated with an internet auction.

11) BIDDING INCREMENTS. The following increments are used at the auction. Absentee bids must fall within these increments. Cowan's will automatically reduce any absentee bid to the closest increment if the bid falls outside the published range of increments.

For Bids falling between Bidding Increment

 $0 -     500  $25

 $501 - 1,000  $50

 $1,001-3,000 $100

 $3,001-5,000 $250

 $5,001 and up $500 or at the discretion of the auctioneer

Cowan's reserves the right to modify increments at any time during the auction.


AFTER THE AUCTION

12) BUYER'S RESPONSIBILITY. Upon the fall of the hammer, title to the offered lot shall pass to the buyer and the buyer immediately assumes full risk and responsibility for the lot, including liability for loss or damage and is liable for payment of the Purchase Price (as defined below) to Cowan's. It is the buyer's responsibility to ask specific questions on condition related concerns prior to the auction.

13) PURCHASE PRICE AND PAYMENT. The discounted "Purchase Price" for each lot shall equal the hammer price, buyer's premium, sales tax and, if applicable, all packing, handling, insurance and shipping costs. U.S. bidders may pay with cash, personal check, money order, bank check or wire transfer. Bidders outside the U. S. will be required to pay by wire transfer. Credit cards are accepted on an auction-by-auction basis - please contact the office prior to bidding in the auction to confirm payment options. Bidders unknown to Cowan's may be asked to provide additional personal identity or banking information. Cowan's reserves the right to hold a purchased lot until a check has cleared.

PLEASE NOTE: A surcharge of 2% will be assessed to all credit card transactions. This surcharge is not greater than our cost of acceptance.

Buyers who are present at the auction must pay the full Purchase Price at the time of the sale. Buyers who bid by telephone or who are absentee bidders will be invoiced within 5 days after the close of the auction and must pay the full Purchase Price for each purchased lot within 14 days after the date of the auction. By signing the absentee bid form or placing a bid by telephone, an absentee bidder authorizes Cowan's to charge the Purchase Price for each lot for which such bidder is the successful bidder to the credit card number provided by telephone or on the absentee bid form, unless payment in full or alternative payment instruction is received within 14 days after the date of the auction. No property will be released by Cowan's unless the Purchase Price has been paid in full.

Institutional billing may be available, and should be arranged prior to the auction.

Cowan's may impose late charges of 1.5% per month (or the highest interest rate allowed) on any amount owed to Cowan's that remains unpaid after 30 days. Buyer shall be liable for any collection costs or attorney's fees incurred by Cowan's to collect payment, to the extent permitted by law.

14) SALES TAX. Buyers are required to pay any applicable state and local sales tax.

15) SHIPPING. At the request of the buyer, Cowan's will authorize the shipment of purchased items, which usually ship within two weeks after payment has been received. Shipment is generally made via UPS or Fed-Ex Ground. Unless buyer gives special instructions, the shipping method shall be at the sole discretion of Cowan's. Cowan's is in no way responsible for the acts or omissions of independent handlers, packers or shippers of purchased items or for any loss, damage or delay from the packing or shipping of any property.

ADVICE TO INTERNATIONAL BUYERS: Jewelry can be shipped internationally but cannot be insured.

Property made of or containing certain plant or animal materials, such as coral, crocodile, ivory, whalebone, baleen, tortoiseshell, etc., may require a license or certificate before exportation from the United States and importation to another country. If you are purchasing items that contain these materials, you need to check the government wildlife import requirements in the countries from which and to which the item is being shipped prior to bidding. Since the export and import licenses are independently issued by the countries of origin and destination, obtaining one does not guarantee that you can obtain the other. Purchasers are responsible for making timely payments on items won at auction, even if a license is delayed or denied.

Cowan's is happy to provide a shipping estimate in advance of the auction. Please contact Cowan's Auctions by email at shipping@cowans.com, or call 513.871.1670 (ext. 219).

16) SHIPPING CHARGES. Buyers are required to pay for all packing, shipping and insurance charges. Overseas duty charges are the responsibility of the successful bidder. Be aware that for larger and/or valuable items, shipping charges can be substantial.

17) REMOVAL AND STORAGE OF PROPERTY. If purchased property has not been removed, or Cowan's has not received shipping instructions within 21 days after the auction date, a $10 per item per day storage fee may be charged to the buyer.

18) CANCELLATION OF SALE. If purchased property remains in the custody of Cowan's for a period of 60 days following the auction, Cowan's may, at its option, cancel the sale, retaining as liquidated damages any payments made by the buyer, or resell the property at auction or by any other commercially reasonable means, for the account and at the risk of the buyer, and in such event, buyer shall be liable for the payment of all deficiencies plus all of Cowan's costs, including but not limited to storage and costs of both sales. This right of cancellation is in addition to any and all other remedies available to Cowan's.

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