retro modern wristwatch, accented with seven rectangular step-cut synthetic sapphires, 14 round brilliant diamonds, estimated combined diamond weight 0.50 cts., color H-I, clarity VS, 14 kt. yellow gold case and bracelet, white dial signed "YARD", (possibly Raymond Yard), movement marked "C.H. MEYLAN, BRASSUS, SWISS 18 JEWELS, FIVE ADJUSTMENTS, 40757" with the "C" and arrow mark, back of case engraved "J.S.B.", 6 in. length, 6 mm. to 19.5 mm. width, gross weight (without movement) 37.90 grams, with two extra links; insurance replacement value $12,305, with appraisal scratches and discoloration along opening of back of case, minor chips and abrasions to sapphires. Provenance: Estate of Jane Taylor, Lake Toxaway, North Carolina

scratches and discoloration along opening of back of case, minor chips and abrasions to sapphires