Art Deco 18K

Art Deco 18K

This Art Deco ladies' watch in 18-karat white gold is elegant and very typical of the late 1920s to early 1930s. The rectangular case measures 14 x 31 mm, is sharply hand-engraved all around, and features blue inlays, presumably sapphire, at the four corners. The inside is engraved with "S. Bruner." S. Bruner was a New York jeweler and casemaker of this era, known for his finely engraved 18-karat and platinum Art Deco cases, often featuring blue cornerstones and milgrain edges. The dial has an honest patina, Arabic numerals in Art Deco style, and delicate leaf-shaped hands. A blue cabochon sits atop the crown, further emphasizing its jewelry-like character. It houses a Swiss-made, 17-jewel, hand-wound movement by Banner Watch Co.

Brand/Model: Art Deco ladies' wristwatch with S Bruner case

Year: approximately late 1920s to early 1930s

Case: 18K white gold, engraved inside with S Bruner and 18K, fine hand engravings, milgrain, blued corner inlays; case weight without movement and strap approx. 7–8 g

Dimensions: 14 x 31 mm without crown

Dial: original silver with Arabic numerals and patina, blued leaf hands

Crown: Blue Kabochon Crown

Movement: Banner Watch Co, Swiss, hand-wound, 17 jewels

Bracelet: black textile strap with pin buckle

Condition: very good for its age, sharp engravings, dial with even aging, crystal with minor signs of wear; movement functional, service history unknown

Note: Avoid contact with water; stones and cabochon not gemologically tested.