Overview
A delicate 10K rolled gold plate timepiece featuring an intricately engraved tonneau-shaped case and a high-grade 17-jewel mechanical movement.
1Identify
Preliminary identification
Bulova Ladies' Art Deco Engraved Wristwatch, c.1944
Photo reference
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Story
In 1926, Bulova changed the world by airing the first-ever radio advertisement, cementing their place as the heartbeat of the American home.
Maker / Origin
Joseph Bulova, a Czech immigrant, opened a small jewelry shop in New York in 1875 before revolutionizing the industry with the world's first production facility dedicated to standardized watch parts.
Condition & Value
The dial shows significant 'foxing' or spotting, which is a natural oxidation of the lacquer that many collectors find charmingly authentic. Value is driven by the prestigious Bulova brand and the mechanical 17-jewel movement.
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