TIFFANY & CO

Pre-owned Gold Watch In Silver

1928 Tiffany & CO. by IWC Vintage Watch with Cresarrow Case - 14K Gold Original Tiffany & Co. - Made by IWC & Cresarrow In the 1920's, no name better captured the idea of embracing the best life had to offer than that of Tiffany & Co. One of their special offerings to their most discriminating gentleman clients was a line of jeweled watches emblazoned with the Tiffany & Co. name on the dial. Although the maker's name were always hidden, the retailer contracted with a number of the world's fine watch and jewelry making firms to produce these treasured timepieces. The exclusive mens IWC wristwatch built especially for Tiffany & Co. showcased in this offering is a wonderful example of this phenomenon. Its case was made especially for Tiffany & Co by the esteemed casemaker Henry Blank. It has a pleasing design suggestive of a few vintage Patek models. Mr. Blank company's Cresarrow of New York, was one of the best case manufacturers of the day. Founded in the late nineteenth century, Cresarrow contracted with Patek Philippe, Vacheron & Constantin, Iwc, Tiffany & Co. and other firms to build certain cases for the U.s. market. Powering the watch is its IWC caliber 82 engine that is high grade with three adjustments for precision timekeeping. We were fortunate with all-original parts, down to the hands and even original winding crown. Its case is in excellent condition with only fairly light signs of previous polishing and very little wear. Its dial presents really nicely! We quite like its classic style and perfect guilloche seconds dial. It may be original or it may have been a very high quality refinishing done long ago. One of our Master Watchmakers, who used to be the watchmaker for an authorized Rolex dealership and was given special training by Rolex at their Beverly Hills Service Center and also has done authorized watchmaking work for the Richemont Group's Service Center, owner of Cartier, IWC Schaffhausen, and many others has fully serviced the watch. That consisted of of fully disassembling the movement, carefully inspecting each part, polishing the pivots, installing a new correct mainspring to power for the watch fully for years to come, reassembling and lubricating the movement, and extensive timing testing and regulation (a $795 value). After nearly a century, it continues to run strong and true, keeping very accurate time. For the finishing touch, it comes equipped with a genuine alligator skin strap handmade in Italy making it ready for immediate enjoyment. If you are looking for a special treasure for someone in your life, this is it. Modern Tiffany watches don't match the charm and history of this vintage original. Detailed Appraisal: Retailer: Tiffany & Co. / made by IWC Country of Manufacture: Switzerland/USA Serial no.: 875,086 Year built: 1928 Functions: Hours, Minutes, Subsidiary Seconds Designed for: Men Case material: 14K yellow gold Case condition: Excellent with only fairly signs of previous polishing and very little wear. Dial: Signed International Watch Co. Schaffhausen, light silver, gold applied Arabic numerals, outer minute track, may be original or it may have been a very high quality refinishing done long ago - it is quite clean. Dimensions: 30mm wide (excluding crown), 35mm long lug tip-to-tip Hands: Original, gold ""feuilles"" Crown: Original, gold, very good condition Movement type: High-grade Iwc, Caliber 82, manually wound, tonneau, rhodium plated, fausses cotes decoration, six adjustments for greater accuracy, cut bimetallic balance, self-compensating flat balance spring Jewels: 17 rubies Band: Alligator, handmade in Italy, fully stitched, padded We also stock a variety of other straps in various prints, skins, and colors. Please ask us if you're interested. Crystal: Acrylic, excellent condition Serviced: One of our Master Watchmakers, who used to be the watchmaker for an authorized Rolex dealership and was given special training by Rolex at their Beverly Hills Service Center and also has done authorized watchmaking work for the Richemont Group's Service Center, owner of Cartier, IWC Schaffhausen, and many others has fully serviced the watch. That consisted of of fully disassembling the movement, carefully inspecting each part, polishing the pivots, installing a new correct mainspring to power for the watch fully for years to come, reassembling and lubricating the movement, and extensive timing testing and regulation (a $795 value). Timing: Timed to precision on a state-of-the-art computerized system. After nearly a century, it continues to run strong and true, keeping very accurate time. Box/Papers: BOX - Connoisseur of Time watch presentation box; Papers - Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity; New timing certificate SKU 9744