It is exceptionally high quality - the only similar Essex crystal watches we've seen were all retailed through Tiffany and Cressarow made many cases for Tiffany.
Founded by Henry Blank in the late nineteenth century, Cresarrow of New York was one of the best American case manufacturers of the day. They contracted with Patek, Vacheron & Constantin, Tiffany, Cartier, IWC and also a few lesser known houses to build some of the beautiful examples of their early wristwatch cases.
This incredibly pleasing watch made for nautical lovers is a prime example of this phenomenon. We were very fortunate to acquire it. The wonderful gold components of the bracelet are made to look like nautically themed charms including a ships wheel, anchor, life saver, and our favorite, a pair of seahorses.
But the true centerpieces of the watch are the Essex crystals - they are exquisite! This is a watch rich in details.
This special watch presents in excellent condition. Its dial is original, and its case and bracelet are better than near mint. Its Essex crystals appear flawless to the naked eye.
One of our Master Watchmakers has fully serviced the watch which consists of fully disassembling the movement, carefully inspecting each part, replacing any overly worn components, reassembling and lubricating the movement, and extensive timing testing and regulation (a $595 value) 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 and a custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity.
- Manufacturer: Cresarrow of New York. It has a Girard Perregaux movement.
- Country of Manufacture: USA/Switzerland
- Year built: 1950's
- Functions: Hours and Minutes
- Designed for: Women
- Case material: 14K gold
- Case condition: Excellent
- Case markings (inside): 14K, Cresarrow logo, case number 025,861
- Dimensions: 16mm diameter (excluding crown)
- Dial: Silver, signed Cresaux (a Cressarow brand name), gold applied circular and half-spherical indexes, original and untouched
- Hands: Gold, one original and one a replacement
- Movement type: Girard Perregaux, manually wound, gilt plated
- Movement markings: Girard Perregaux, 6189 603, Swiss, 17 Jewels
- Movement Jewels: 17 rubies
- Band: Original, 14K gold, with exquisite nautical themed design, fits a wrist up to approx. 6.35 inches, mint condition
- Serviced: One of our Master Watchmakers has fully serviced the watch which consists of fully disassembling the movement, carefully inspecting each part, replacing any overly worn components, reassembling and lubricating the movement, and extensive timing testing and regulation (a $595 value) making it ready for immediate enjoyment.
- Timing: Timed to precision on a state-of-the-art computerized system. 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. One used to be the watchmaker for an authorized Rolex dealership and was given special training by Rolex at their Beverly Hills Service Center and has done authorized work for the Cartier Service Center and other of the Richemont brands including Vacheron & Constantin, IWC, JLC and others.
- Warranty: 1-year international warranty. Please email [email protected] for details.
- Box/Papers: BOX - Connoisseur of Time watch presentation box; PAPERS - Custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity
- Returns: 7 days full refund. 100% satisfaction guarantee
