{"product_id":"carl-f-bucherer-18k-gold-sapphire-and-diamond-rickshaw-brooch-watch","title":"Carl F. Bucherer 18K Gold Sapphire and Diamond Rickshaw Brooch Watch","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cb\u003eRare 1950s Carl F. Bucherer Figural Brooch Watch in 18K Gold Set with Sapphires and Diamonds\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eAn exceptional example of mid-century Swiss jewelry and watchmaking, this rare \u003cb\u003eCarl F. Bucherer 18K gold brooch watch\u003c\/b\u003e, dating to circa 1950s, combines imaginative design with meticulous craftsmanship. The jewel depicts a finely modeled figure pulling a Chinese rickshaw, with a miniature mechanical watch ingeniously incorporated into its large, sapphire-set wheel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eCrafted in 18K yellow gold, the elaborate openwork wheel is set with twelve rectangular baguette-cut blue sapphires surrounding a circular watch dial. The silver-toned dial features applied gold Arabic numerals and gold hands, signed \u003cb\u003eBucherer, 17 Jewels, Swiss Made\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThe rickshaw figure is beautifully detailed, wearing a flowing gold tunic set with four diamonds and an elaborate fan-shaped hat. The carefully modeled legs, footwear, and extending rickshaw handles contribute to the sense of movement and character. A smaller spoked wheel incorporates an additional diamond at its center.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThe reverse bears the \u003cb\u003eCB 750 maker's mark\u003c\/b\u003e on the gold figure, together with additional gold purity and Swiss case markings. The brooch is fitted with a horizontal pin closure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eMeasuring approximately \u003cb\u003e2 inches across by 1.4 inches high and weighing 19.5 grams\u003c\/b\u003e, this unusual jewel is an appealing example of Bucherer's imaginative approach to combining fine jewelry with miniature Swiss watchmaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Features\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li2\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMaker:\u003c\/b\u003e Carl F. Bucherer, Switzerland\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li2\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/b\u003e Circa 1950s\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li2\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMetal:\u003c\/b\u003e 18K yellow gold\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li2\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eGemstones:\u003c\/b\u003e Twelve baguette-cut blue sapphires and five diamonds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li2\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDesign:\u003c\/b\u003e Figural Chinese rickshaw with an integrated mechanical watch and openwork sapphire-set wheel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li2\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWatch:\u003c\/b\u003e Swiss mechanical movement, dial marked 17 Jewels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li2\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSignature:\u003c\/b\u003e Bucherer on the dial; CB 750 maker's mark on the figure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li2\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/b\u003e Approximately 2 inches wide × 1.4 inches high\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li2\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 19.5 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li2\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eClosure:\u003c\/b\u003e Brooch pin fitting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li2\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e Excellent estate condition. Timekeeping accuracy has not been tested.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCollector's Note\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eAmong the more imaginative creations associated with Bucherer, these elaborate figural brooch watches occupy a distinctive place in mid-century jewelry design. The rickshaw motif, combining finely crafted 18K gold, sapphires, diamonds, and an integrated Swiss mechanical watch, is particularly unusual and seldom encountered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eFor collectors of rare signed jewelry, this is an opportunity to acquire a piece that goes well beyond traditional jewelry or watchmaking. Its distinctive character, craftsmanship, and historical appeal make it the kind of jewel that is not easily replaced. Finding another comparable example may prove difficult.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"DSF Antique Jewelry","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45874630295618,"sku":null,"price":9500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0142\/3405\/8816\/files\/Carl_Bucherer_18K_Gold_Sapphire_and_Diamond_Rickshaw_Brooch_Watch.jpg?v=1793540183","url":"https:\/\/dsfantiquejewelry.com\/products\/carl-f-bucherer-18k-gold-sapphire-and-diamond-rickshaw-brooch-watch","provider":"DSF Antique Jewelry","version":"1.0","type":"link"}