Vintage Jewelry And Watches Appraisal

Vintage Ladies' Cocktail Watch in Original Box

This item is a vintage ladies' cocktail watch, housed in what appears to be its original, red velvet-lined presentation box. The watch features a small, square-shaped watch head, likely crafted from a white metal such as sterling silver, white gold, or platinum, given its era and style. The watch face itself is light-colored, possibly white or cream, with hour markers that are not clearly visible but appear to be simple lines or dots, or potentially numerals, under the slightly aged crystal. The hands are delicate and dark. The bezel around the watch face appears to be embellished, possibly with small diamonds or marcasite, common for cocktail watches of the mid-20th century, adding a touch of sparkle. The watch is attached to a flexible, multi-strand or mesh-style bracelet, also in a white metal, which tapers slightly from the watch head. The clasp mechanism is not clearly visible but appears to be a fold-over style. The bracelet shows some signs of wear consistent with age, such as slight dulling of the metal and minor surface scratches. The overall condition suggests it has been worn but also carefully stored. The watch is presented inside a rectangular box with bright red velvet or satin lining on the interior, possibly gold-toned trim along the edges of the lining, and a lighter colored, rigid exterior (partially visible). The box itself is in good condition, indicating the watch may have been well-preserved. Based on the design cues, such as the small case size, decorative bezel, and bracelet style, this watch likely dates from the 1940s to 1960s, reflecting the popular mid-century style for women's timepieces. The craftsmanship appears delicate and refined, characteristic of watches intended for formal wear.