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Vintage Ladies Benrus Cocktail Watch dating to the mid 1950s. The head features an ornate Art Deco/ mid- century style case crafted in Solud 14K Gold with delicate decorative luggage featuring accent stones.Case & Authentication:
inside the case back, it is officially stamped Benrus Watch Co. inc. new york- 14K Gold cased in U.S.A with serial number 242171. There are historical hand- Etched Watchmaker service marks visible on the interior metal, including one clearly dated 5/6/1975Movement Detail:
it houses and authentic swiss-imported Benrus Model BU 17- jewelry mechanical movement is physically clean, complete, and unmolested.Bracelet/Band:
Fitted with period-accurate, high- quality vintage mesh bracelet stamped \"1/20 10K G.F./ kreisler U.S.A. / Bottom stainless\".Mechanical Connection ( Please Read)
This Watch is being Sold As-Is for restoration, service, or parts. The crown winds smoothly in reverse but is currently fully wound and tight moving forward. the gear tra I n is currently locked up due to dried-out historical lubricants (Last serviced in 1975) and doesn\'t currently run or tick. A standard professional clean, oil, and adult (COA) Overhaul will be required to get it running again.Please look closely at all Macro photos of the movement and interior stamps before offerding. perfect project for a vintage Watch hobbyists or a gorgeous piece for precious metal scrap value.
