Titus Art Deco Odeonesque Concealed

Creator: Titus
Case Material: Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Stone: Diamond, Ruby
Stone Cut: Single Cut
Weight: 69.75 g
Case Shape: Rectangle
Movement: Manual Wind
Case Dimensions: Width: 0.63 in (16 mm)
Style: Art Deco
Place of Origin: Portugal
Period: 1940-1949
Date of Manufacture: Circa 1940
Condition: Good Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses.


Art Deco diamond and synthetic ruby odeonesque concealed bracelet and cocktail watch in 19.2kt yellow gold and platinum, signed Titus, Portugal, 1940s. This exquisite piece boasts a dual identity, seamlessly merging the allure of fine jewelry with the practicality of a timepiece.
Fashioned as an open cuff bangle bracelet in polished yellow gold, the odeonesque top is adorned with a mesmerizing display of single-cut diamonds and channel-set synthetic rubies of a vivid purplish-red color, evoking the opulence of the era. The distinctive odeonesque design, characterized by tiers of gemstones reminiscent of tiered seating in music and picture halls, adds a touch of vintage glamour to this exceptional piece.
At its heart lies a remarkable secret: concealed within the hinged central ruby section is a rectangular manual-winding mechanical watch signed by Titus with Arabic numerals at the cardinal points and blued steel hands. Ingeniously designed, this hidden timepiece can be revealed with a simple touch of a button, adding a delightful element of surprise to its wearer.
Odeonesque jewels, named after the tiered seating structures found in entertainment venues, gained popularity across Europe from the 1910s onwards for their captivating aesthetics and architectural inspiration. Experience the enchantment of a bygone era with this remarkable bangle bracelet, where beauty and functionality converge in perfect harmony.
Lisbon hallmark ?horse?s head? (used 1938-1984) for platinum 500 and 19.2kt (800/1,000) gold; Lisbon hallmark ?rooster?s head facing right? (used 1938-1984) for gem-set jewelry; Lisbon hallmark ?dove? (used 1938-1984) for non-tested mixed-metal items; maker?s mark for a Portuguese jeweler. Dimensions: 16mm (width). Gross Weight: 69.75g.
This item is in good condition, with marks and scratches consistent with general age and wear. Antique, period and vintage pieces, both signed and unsigned, are being offered as worn. Unless otherwise stated, all weights and quality factors have been graded as mounting permitted and using classic gemology and standard gemological equipment and might slightly differ from the assessments provided by other gemologists. Assessments related to period of manufacture or geographic origin of gemstones are expert opinions and may differ from the assessments provided by other professionals. Colors in the pictures/videos might slightly differ from the colors in real life. When certificated stones are being offered, the certificate or report will be mentioned. For additional information or clarification, please get in touch and our in-house team of expert GIA Graduate Gemologists and Registered Appraisers/Valuers will be happy to help.
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