In the 1920'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 gentleman 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.

The exclusive mens IWC wristwatch built especially for Tiffany & Co. showcased in this offering is a wonderful example of this phenomenon.

Its case was made especially for Tiffany & Co by the esteemed casemaker Henry Blank. It has a pleasing design suggestive of a few vintage Patek models.

Mr. Blank company's Cresarrow of New York, was one of the best case manufacturers of the day. Founded in the late nineteenth century, Cresarrow contracted with Patek Philippe, Vacheron & Constantin, IWC, Tiffany & Co. and other firms to build certain cases for the U.S. market.

Powering the watch is its IWC caliber 82 engine that is high grade with three adjustments for precision timekeeping.

We were fortunate with all-original parts, down to the hands and even original winding crown.

Its case is in excellent condition with only fairly light signs of previous polishing and very little wear.

Its dial presents really nicely! We quite like its classic style and perfect guilloche seconds dial. It may be original or it may have been a very high quality refinishing done long ago.

One of our Master Watchmakers, who used to be the watchmaker for an authorized Rolex dealership and was given special training by Rolex at their Beverly Hills Service Center and also has done authorized watchmaking work for the Richemont Group's Service Center, owner of Cartier, IWC Schaffhausen, and many others has fully serviced the watch. That consisted of of fully disassembling the movement, carefully inspecting each part, polishing the pivots, installing a new correct mainspring to power for the watch fully for years to come, reassembling and lubricating the movement, and extensive timing testing and regulation (a $795 value).

After nearly a century, it continues to run strong and true, keeping very accurate time.

For the finishing touch, it comes equipped with a genuine alligator skin strap handmade in Italy making it ready for immediate enjoyment.

Included with the purchase is a one-year C.O.T. international warranty on the movement and its function, a custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity, and a new timing certificate attesting to its performance.

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.

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 history of this vintage original.

Retailer: Tiffany & Co. / made by IWC
Country of Manufacture: Switzerland/USA
Serial no.: 875,086
Year built: 1928
Functions: Hours, Minutes, Subsidiary Seconds
Designed for: Men
Case material: 14K yellow gold
Case condition: Excellent with only fairly signs of previous polishing and very little wear.
Dial: Signed International Watch Co. Schaffhausen, light silver, gold applied Arabic numerals, outer minute track, may be original or it may have been a very high quality refinishing done long ago - it is quite clean.
Dimensions: 30mm wide (excluding crown), 35mm long lug tip-to-tip
Hands: Original, gold "feuilles"
Crown: Original, gold, very good condition
Movement type: High-grade IWC, Caliber 82, manually wound, tonneau, rhodium plated, fausses cotes decoration, six adjustments for greater accuracy, cut bimetallic balance, self-compensating flat balance spring
Jewels: 17 rubies
Band: Alligator, handmade in Italy, fully stitched, padded. We also stock a variety of other straps in various prints, skins, and colors. Please ask us if you're interested.
Crystal: Acrylic, excellent condition
Serviced: One of our Master Watchmakers, who used to be the watchmaker for an authorized Rolex dealership and was given special training by Rolex at their Beverly Hills Service Center and also has done authorized watchmaking work for the Richemont Group's Service Center, owner of Cartier, IWC Schaffhausen, and many others has fully serviced the watch. That consisted of of fully disassembling the movement, carefully inspecting each part, polishing the pivots, installing a new correct mainspring to power for the watch fully for years to come, reassembling and lubricating the movement, and extensive timing testing and regulation (a $795 value).
Timing: Timed to precision on a state-of-the-art computerized system. After nearly a century, it continues to run strong and true, keeping very accurate time. 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.
Warranty: 1-year international warranty. Please email concierge@cotwatches.com for details.
Box/Papers: BOX - Connoisseur of Time watch presentation box; PAPERS - Custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity; New timing certificate
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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