244 Blancpain Very Precious and Rare, Lady’s Bracelet 1960′ Watch in White Gold, Baguette Diamond-set Case and Bracelet, With Service and Blancpain Certificate
Estimate: €18,000 – 36,000
Sold (Premium)€45,500
Model: Lady's Bracelet Wristwatch
Case Material: White Gold and Diamonds
Bracelet Material: White Gold and Diamonds
Year: 1960's
Movement: Manual
Caliber: R.59
Case N°: 8272
Movement N°: 584339
Dimensions: 8 x 20 mm, Total Lenght: 168 mm
Signed: Dial, Movement and Case
Accessories: Service and Certificate from the Institute de Gemmologie Monaco
Blancpain, a venerable Swiss watchmaking maison founded in 1735, boasts a rich history spanning centuries. Throughout its illustrious journey, Blancpain has crafted timepieces reflecting the pinnacle of precision and elegance. One of its remarkable contributions to the world of haute horlogerie is the iconic Fifty Fathoms, a trailblazing diver’s watch introduced in 1953, setting standards for underwater exploration. While Blancpain is recognized for its classical and technical achievements, it has occasionally ventured into the realm of bracelet watches adorned with precious stones. These rare creations, featuring meticulously set diamonds and other gemstones, showcase Blancpain’s versatility and willingness to embrace opulence without compromising its core values of craftsmanship and technical mastery. The specimen presented here stands as a pinnacle within Blancpain’s limited venture into bracelet watches. Crafted from solid yet delicately refined white gold, this elegant lady’s timepiece is exceptionally well-preserved. The entire front section of the bracelet is adorned with meticulously arranged baguette-cut diamonds, creating a seamless, radiant effect. The petite dial features applied indexes and a subtle yet finely executed linear decoration, elegantly sectoralizing the surface. The maison’s forays into high jewelry timepieces represent moments where horological mastery meets the brilliance of gemstones, creating exceptional and exclusive timepieces for those who appreciate the marriage of precision and luxury and the lot here offered, also coming with service and certificate with documented images, is a true marvelous.