In the 1940'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 female 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.

One such firm was Cresarrow of New York, one of the best case manufacturers of the day. Founded by Henry Blank in the late nineteenth century, Cresarrow contracted with Patek Philippe, Vacheron & Constantin, and Tiffany & Co. and other firms to build some of their wristwatch cases for the U.S. market.

Cresarrow also supplied movements for Tiffany's watches, as is the case with this special watch. Evidence suggests the company worked in collaboration with C.H. Meylan, a high grade niche manufacturer, and IWC Schaffhausen for production of their movements.

Today's offering showcases this beautiful 14K gold, diamond, and sapphire Tiffany & Co. watch made by Cresarrow. We were fortunate to acquire it in all-original condition, down to the dial, hands, and even winding crown.

It was done in a very traditional/popular Cresarrow for Tiffany style with large spherical lugs and finding and snake mesh bracelet. We recently sold a second very similar example of this model that was accompanied by an independent appraisal from a GIA certified appraiser that listed its retail replacement value for insurance purposes at $8,000. Please inquire if you would like to see it.

Its 14k gold Cresarrow for Tiffany case is in excellent condition with previous signs of polishing and light wear on the bezel. Its silver Tiffany & Co. dial is original and untouched with only light aging. It could expertly restored if you prefer the look of a restored watch...please inquire. And it very fine, Swiss made movement is clean.

One of our Master Watchmakers, who used to be the watchmaker for an authorized Rolex dealer, was given special training by Rolex at their Beverly Hills Service Center to be an authorized Rolex watchmaker, and has done work for the Cartier Service Center, has fully serviced the watch which consists of fully disassembling the movement, carefully inspecting each part, replacing the set bridge with a correct original replacement, installing a new mainspring, reassembling and lubricating the movement, and extensive timing testing and regulation (a $695 value).

We have also timed it on a machine that simulates it being worn on the wrist. It is keeping very accurate time.

Included with the purchase is a one-year C.O.T. international warranty on the movement and its functio and a custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity.

Accompanying the watch is a later period Tiffany & Co. pouch and box.

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 romance of this vintage original.

Please note: Similar watches are published in John Loring's work Tiffany Timepieces, 2004, pp. 141-143.

Retailer: Tiffany & Co. / made by Cresarrow
Country of Manufacture: Switzerland/USA
Year built: c. 1940's (We sold a similar watch with papers that dated it to 1947).
Functions: Hours and Minutes
Designed for: Women
Case material: 14K gold set with diamonds and sapphires
Case condition: Excellent condition with previous signs of polishing and light wear on the bezel
Dimensions: 13.5mm wide (excluding crown), 32mm long lug tip-to-tip
Dial:  Silver, gold Arabic numerals, signed Tiffany & Co., original and untouched, excellent condition with only light aging and fading. Please inquire if you would like it restored.
Hands: Original, gold "batons"
Movement type: Swiss, lever, manually wound, 17 jewels, cut-bimetallic balance, Breguet overcoil hairspring, index regulator
Jewels: 17 rubies
Band: 14K gold snake mesh style, original, signed Cresarrow, made to fit a wrist up to approx. 6.4 inches, very good condition with one previous repair on the 12 o'clock side
Crystal: Mineral glass, excellent condition
Serviced: One of our Master Watchmakers, who used to be the watchmaker for an authorized Rolex dealer, was given special training by Rolex at their Beverly Hills Service Center to be an authorized Rolex watchmaker, and has done work for the Cartier Service Center, has fully serviced the watch which consists of fully disassembling the movement, carefully inspecting each part, replacing the set bridge with a correct original replacement, installing a new mainspring, reassembling and lubricating the movement, and extensive timing testing and regulation (a $695 value).
Timing: Timed to precision on a state-of-the-art computerized system. We have also timed it on a machine that simulates it being worn on the wrist. It is keeping very accurate time.
Warranty: 1-year international warranty. Please email concierge@cotwatches.com for details. Your watch is important to us, and we will take care of it for its lifetime. We provide the best after sale care in the business with an extremely experienced team of four Master Watchmakers all of whom each have over thirty-five years of experience and a large number of parts. As mentioned, one used to be the watchmaker for an authorized Rolex dealership and was given special training by Rolex at their Beverly Hills Service Center.
Box/Papers: BOX - Connoisseur of Time watch presentation box; PAPERS - Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity
Returns: 7 days full refund. 100% satisfaction guarantee

We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee for all of our watches. If you are in any way unsatisfied with the watch we will fully refund the purchase price anytime within 7 days after the watch has been received. Our goal is to exceed our client's expectations throughout the buying experience.

All watches are packaged carefully and mailed double boxed in specially constructed, reinforced shipping boxes designed for high value items. All watches are sent fully insured with signature required. Most of our domestic shipping is done through FedEx. At times we will also use USPS Express Mail, and we can accommodate most requests for your preferred carrier. International shipments are sent USPS International Express Mail or FedEx.

The purchase price will be the declared value of the merchandise on any required customs forms. The payment of all customs duties, tariffs, and taxes are the responsibility of the buyer.

Also note that water resistance of vintage watches can no longer be guaranteed and is not covered under the watch's warranty. We do not recommend getting a vintage watch wet, even one that was originally designed to be waterproof.

To get an idea of how this watch will look on the wrist, please use the Watch Sizing Guide

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