An elegant late‑19th‑century lapel watch by Tiffany & Co., crafted in rich 18k yellow gold with glossy black enamel and old European‑cut diamond accents. The sculptural ribbon‑bow brooch—set with graduated diamonds—suspends a matching circular lapel watch whose case front and back are embellished with diamond collets. The black dial with Arabic numerals is signed by Tiffany & Co., and the piece retains its original movement (No. 79561).
Designed to be worn two ways, the watch detaches so the diamond‑set bow can be worn alone as a brooch—an ingenious “chatelaine” style that married utility and adornment at the turn of the century. Pendant and brooch‑style watches were popular for women before wristwatches became ubiquitous in the early 20th century, and transformable jewels like this bow‑and‑watch were very much in vogue. The old European‑cut diamonds—predecessors to today’s round brilliants—were the prevailing round diamond style from the late 19th to early 20th century, aligning perfectly with the circa‑1895 date.
A rare intersection of Tiffany craftsmanship, luxurious enamel‑and‑diamond artistry, and ingenious Victorian/Belle Époque design.
Brand: Tiffany & Co.
Date: Circa 1895 (late Victorian / early Belle Époque)
Metal: 18k yellow gold with black enamel
Diamonds: Old European cuts; estimated combined weight ~1.15 carats
Dial: Black enamel dial with Arabic numerals, signed Tiffany & Co.
Movement: Manual wind, No. 79561
Design Notes: Convertible chatelaine construction—watch detaches; bow brooch can be worn alone
Condition: Very good with wear‑and‑tear consistent with age; minor enamel surface wear present
